University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Academics

• Campus Catalog
• When will I register? According to class standing
• Syllabus Request for Course Pre-Approval: Contact Host Coordinator for assistance

Notable Academic Programs

• Nursing - #4 Best RN to BSN programs in Texas
• Criminal Justice - #1 Best Criminal Justice Program in the Nation
• College of Business & Entrepreneurship - AACSB Accredited
• Center for Gravitational Wave Astronomy - The Center for Gravitational Wave Astronomy was created by grants from the University Research Centers program from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and the Centers for Research Excellence in Science and Technology program from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to further scientific research and education in gravitational wave astronomy.
• Engineering and Computer Science - Our college is engaged in a variety of complex and challenging activities requiring that many students and faculty members engage in research innovation within our centers. Thus, the university needs to reflect the value of innovation by recognizing and rewarding faculty and student’s creativity, labor and excellence. At a research university, the creation of new knowledge and understanding is a fundamental responsibility. Centers innovation can, and should, encompass all areas of faculty responsibility. Nanotechnology Center of Excellence Center for Advanced Manufacturing Innovation and Cyber Systems (CAMICS) Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center (TMAC) University Transportation Center for Railway Safety (UTCRS) South Texas Industrial Assessment Center.

Unique Academic Programs

• Coastal Studies Laboratory - The Coastal Studies Laboratory located on South Padre Island was established in 1973, and is dedicated to providing educational opportunities, enhancing research, engaging in public service, and providing community outreach related to coastal and marine concerns in the Gulf of Mexico with special emphasis on the South Texas region.
• Office for Sustainability Programs - The UTRGV Office for Sustainability Programs provides an innovative and collaborative approach to designing sustainable development initiatives. The United Nations 17 goals lead our programs into building and growing competencies in our students, faculty, and staff, and our RGV Partners within the social, economic, and environmental justice spheres, all-sustaining the quality of life. The programs cover a wide range of research, marketing, and academic projects that are implemented to support the UTRGV mission statement in progressing sustainability at UTRGV, the Americas, and the World.
• Sustainable Agric Environmental Studiesulture and Food Systems

Options
Honors Access: Yes

Undergraduate Majors Open to NSE Students

Conditions

• General Eligibility Requirements
• None.

• Full-year exchange Accepted
• Single term exchange Accepted

• TOEFL: must have a score of 500.00 paper or 61.00 Internet
• IELTS: must have a score of 6.00

• Not available

• Will accept Home/Host Pay

• Will accept Home/Host Pay

Tuition / Finances

• Campus Budget
• Fees are subject to change without notice.

• Pay resident-rate tuition to your host campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your home campus
• Estimated cost: $4930.
• Figures are based on full-time enrollment.

• Pay regular tuition to your home campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your host campus.

• Host Payment: None.
• Home Payment: 18

Financial Aid for NSE Students
Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.

Miscellaneous Fees - Per Semester

Room / Meals

• On-Campus Housing
• Approximate cost: $4831 (includes meals)

• Approximate monthly cost: $950
• Proximity to campus: 1
• Local Public Transportation Available to Campus

• Campus Meal Plans
• Meal purchase is required for on campus living.

Resources

• Campus Homepage
• Academic Success and Support
• GLBTQIA+ Resources
• Learning Accessibility Resources
• Physical Accessibility Resources
• Multicultural Student Resources
• Undocumented Student Resources
• Veterans Affairs

Health

Important Notes about Health Insurance
https://utrgv.myahpcare.com/
https://myahpcare.com/wp-content/uploads/UTRGV_PC-VOL-23-24.pdf

Exchange with Canada - Health Insurance
Students must purchase campus health insurance at $2,132 per semester.

Requirements

Comments on Problems or Conditions for Access
https://myahpcare.com/wp-content/uploads/2021-2022-The-University-of-Texas-Medical-Policy-min.pdf

Other Health Related Comments
Dental and Vision coverage may be purchased separately.
All first-time students, including transfer and returning students, must provide one of the following documents to the Office of Admissions:

A “Bacterial Meningitis Immunization Record” signed by a health practitioner indicating the student has been vaccinated against bacterial meningitis or any other official state or local immunization record. Vaccinations must be administered no more than 5 years and no fewer than 10 days prior to the first day of the semester for which the student is enrolling.
A "Refusal of Immunization for Medical Reasons" signed by a physician who is licensed and registered to practice medicine in the United States that states the physician's opinion that the required vaccination would be injurious to the health and well-being of the student.
A "Texas Department of State Health Services Conscientious Exemption" form signed by the student stating the student has declined the vaccination for reasons of conscience, including religious belief. Submit original form, no copies allowed.