TUITION
What is the estimated Tuition cost per semester?
UTPA offers a very competitive cost of attendance. Please review the following links:
Cost of attendance
Estimated Tuition and Fee Information
Do you offer scholarships?
You may check with the financial aid office for information on scholarships and financial aid.
ONLINE APPLICATION
If I decide not to enroll, can I use my application again?
Each application will be kept on file for one year. If a student decides to reapply within one year, they will not need to pay the application fee. If the student was accepted by a graduate program and is reapplying to the same graduate program, the student may use the shorter re-application form.
Can I edit my Application if I have already submitted it?
Please make sure that you have completed all sections of your application before hitting the submit button as it will then be downloaded for review by the graduate office. You may not edit your application once it has been submitted.
ADMISSIONS
How can I find out if I have been accepted?
You can review your status at the Application Web site.
Who is my advisor?
In many cases your Graduate Advisor is your Graduate Program Director. If not, they will be able to tell you who is. Please visit Program Contact Information.
When is the deadline to apply for my program?
Each program has its own deadline, please go to Program Admissions on this Web site and select the Master or Doctoral Program. If you have specific questions about the program deadline, please contact the program director.
GENERAL QUESTIONS
When will the new catalog be available?
The new 2007-2009 Graduate Catalog is now available online at our Web site.
What happens if I don’t bring the original documents after the application is submitted or during the first semester?
Students not complying with this requirement will not be able to register for future semesters. Failure to submit a complete/correct application and official transcripts from all institutions attended will result in one of the following: rejection of application, withdrawal of admission offer or disciplinary action including expulsion if the student is enrolled.
How long does the Graduate School does keeps my files?
Please review the Student File Retention Schedule
Financial Aid
How can I get fee waiver for Graduate Record Examination (GRE)?
A student who wants a waiver can set up an appointment with any of the financial aid advisor's.
Financial Eligibility:
1. Financial aid application
2. Expected family contribution (EFC)
3. Senior student or college graduate
4. Should not enrolled in graduate classes
If the student is eligible, a waiver will be issued along with the Free application for Federal student aid (FAFSA) summary.
For more information please contact:
Student Financial Services
Student Services Building 1.192
The University of Texas-Pan American
1201 W. University Drive
Edinburg, TX 78541-2999
Telephone:956/381-2505
E-Mail: finaid@utpa.edu
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Who is considered an international student?
Any student that is not: a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Legal Permanent Resident or a Political Asylee to the U.S.
How many credit hours do I need to be enrolled if I have a F1 visa?
9 credit hours per semester is the minimum; please contact the office of International Admissions and Services for more details.
How much financial support do we need to provide?
The usual amount will be $22,000.00 per year. It depends on the personal situation (if you have dependants, if you are considered Texas Resident for Tuition purposes, etc.)
