Complete all the required fields and upload any additional requirements.
To review the admission requirements for your program visit UTRGV.edu/gradprograms.
*Don’t forget! We are currently offering a $0 application fee for most graduate programs.
You won’t lose a thing by submitting your application.
By email: gradrecruitment@utrgv.edu
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
The Graduate College
Marialice Shary Shivers Bldg. 1.102
1201 W. University Drive
Edinburg, TX 78539-2999
Reminder: Eligible graduate programs are temporarily waiving the GRE or GMAT entrance exam for the 2022-2023 and 2023-2024 Academic Year Application cycle. Graduate Certificate programs do not require GRE or GMAT entrance exam.
Take advantage of:
· $0 Application Fee for most graduate programs
· Appy for the $1,000 Graduate Select Scholarship
We’d love to hear from you!
UTRGV Graduate College
Text: (956) 446-0116
Hours: M-Th 8 a.m.- 8 p.m., Fri. 8 a.m - 5 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
What is an Official Transcript vs an Unofficial Transcript?
An official transcript is sent to UTRGV directly by another university through regular mail or as a secure email.
An unofficial transcript is sent by the student and does not come directly from the institution.
Program Details How are the Accelerated Online programs formatted?Our Accelerated Online format consists of six 7-week long modules throughout the year: Fall Module I & II, Spring Module I & II, and Summer Module I & II. Full time enrollment is 2 courses each module, but you can register for courses at your own pace!
When is the application deadline?For most programs we use a rolling admissions format with application decisions happening all the time! To check to see if your specific program of interest has a deadline, visit our Graduate Program page.
Who is my program coordinator/contact? A list of all our Graduate College Program Coordinators can be found HERE Do I need to go to campus if I am an online accelerated student?You will never need to be on campus unless you would like to visit us or when you come for graduation!
Where can I find the program accreditations?Program accreditations can be found on each program page. To find your program, visit our Graduate Program page.
Admissions Is the GRE/GMAT required for admission?**GRE is still required for School Psychology (MA), Biomedical Engineering (MS), Occupational Therapy Doctorate (OTD, Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS), Clinical Psychology (MA), Experimental Psychology (MA), Business Administration (PhD), and Communication Sciences and Disorders (MS).
Where do I submit my transcripts?Please request that your official transcripts be mailed directly to the address listed below. It is important that you include the office name and room number to ensure proper delivery. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Graduate College Marialice Shary Shivers Bldg. 1.158 1201 W. University Drive Edinburg, Texas 78539. Electronic Transcripts can be sent to GradApps@utrgv.edu
Where can I check my application status? You can check your application status by signing in to the UTRGV Self Service Center HEREI cannot remember my username or password for the application portal, should I start a new application?
No. If you are having trouble remembering your login information please us the “Forgot Username/Password” button.
Financial Aid What scholarships, assistantships, and financial aid is available to me?A comprehensive list of Graduate College scholarships can be found HERE. Information on available assistantship opportunities can be found HERE. For all Financial Aid and financial assistance information, including details on submission of the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) through www.fafsa.ed.gov visit our Financial Aid website HERE.
When can I apply for scholarships?Most scholarship applications can be submitted after receiving your admissions decision. For scholarship specific details please check the scholarship requirements HERE
What is the cost of tuition and fees? The cost or tuition and attendance for each program can be found HERE Are in-state and out-of-state tuitions different for the Accelerated Online programs?No. Tuition for the Accelerated Online programs is the same regardless of your state or country of residence.
International Students Are there different procedures to apply as an international student? Yes. All international admissions procedures can be found HERE What if I have additional questions about necessary documentation or procedures?If you have specific questions after the admissions process is complete, contact the International Admissions and Student Services Office of Global Engagement HERE