History
The University of Texas at Tyler was created as Tyler State College by the Texas Legislature in 1971 and was renamed Texas Eastern University four years later. The University became a campus of The University of Texas System in 1979, as a result of action by the 66th Texas Legislature. Originally established as an upper-level university, UT Tyler’s mission was expanded in 1997 when the 75th Texas Legislature passed House Bill 1795 authorizing it to offer classes for freshman and sophomore students. Governor George W. Bush signed the bill into law on May 26, 1997.
Regional Accreditation
The University of Texas at Tyler is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of the University of Texas at Tyler.
The University of Texas System
As a member institution of The University of Texas System, UT Tyler is subject to the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Regents of The University of Texas System.
Mission
The University of Texas at Tyler is a comprehensive institution of higher education offering undergraduate and graduate degree programs as an institution of the renowned University of Texas System. The University of Texas at Tyler's vision is to be nationally recognized for its high quality education in the professions and in the humanities, arts and sciences, and for its distinctive core curriculum. Guided by an outstanding and supportive faculty, its graduates will understand and appreciate human diversity and the global nature of the new millennium. They will think critically, act with honesty and integrity, and demonstrate proficiency in leadership, communication skills, and the use of technology.
The University is committed to providing a setting for free inquiry and expects excellence in the teaching, research, artistic performances and professional public service provided by its faculty, staff and students. As a community of scholars, the University develops the individual's critical thinking skills, appreciation of the arts, humanities and sciences, international understanding for participation in the global society, professional knowledge and skills to enhance economic productivity, and commitment to lifelong learning.
Within an environment of academic freedom, students learn from faculty scholars who have nationally recognized expertise in the arts and sciences, and in such professions as engineering, public administration, education, business, health sciences, and technology. The faculty engages in research and creative activity, both to develop and maintain their own scholarly expertise and to extend human knowledge. The results of that research and other creative efforts are made available to students in the classroom and to the general public through publication, technology transfer, and public service activities. The institution also seeks to serve individuals who desire to enhance their professional development, broaden their perspectives, or enrich their lives.
Location
The University of Texas at Tyler is the only public degree-granting university located in the East Texas Planning Region, an area of approximately one million population, which includes the greater Tyler/Longview metropolitan area. The natural beauty of this dynamic region is exemplified by UT Tyler’s distinctive campus with its scenic lakes and wooded, rolling hills.
Off-Campus Locations
The University of Texas offers selected courses and degree programs at the Longview University Center, the UT Tyler Palestine Campus and the Houston Engineering Center.
Longview University Center
The University of Texas at Tyler Longview University Center (LUC) opened in 2000 and is located at 3201 N. Eastman Road in Longview, Texas. Nursing has traditionally been the Longview University Center’s largest program with the entire bachelor of science in nursing curriculum offered on the campus. Nursing students attend traditional face-to-face courses that are led by full-time, fully accredited, on-site faculty members. In addition, the LUC is in the process of expanding its course offerings in the fields of industrial technology and criminal justice. For additional information about the LUC call 903-663-8100, go online to uttyler.edu/luc, or visit the UT Tyler Longview University Center Facebook page.
Palestine Campus
The University of Texas at Tyler, Palestine Campus originated in 1995 and is now located at 100 University Boulevard along Loop 256, one quarter mile south of Hwy 287/Hwy 19 in Palestine, Texas. The modern Mathis Hall building, which opened in 2010, includes an on-site library and computer lab with online access to the Muntz Library, a Nursing Skills and Simulation Learning Laboratory, two student break areas, relaxing outdoor patio areas, and modern hi-tech classrooms with wireless internet access, all in a beautiful park-like setting. The Palestine BSN Nursing program, the university’s first PATSS Hyflex BSN Nursing curriculum, allows students to learn from expert on-site faculty and interactive online content. The PATSS program requires less on-campus time, freeing students for a variety of excellent clinical experiences in Palestine and the greater East Texas region.
Houston Engineering Center
The University of Texas at Tyler Houston Engineering Center is located in the heart of the West Houston Energy Corridor at 2811 Hayes Road on the Houston Community College Campus. Upper division coursework leading to bachelor’s degrees from UT Tyler in civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering is available through study at the center. On-site faculty provide the majority of the instruction for the degree programs. Well-equipped modern classrooms and teaching laboratories are available to students so they have the same educational experience whether they choose to study in Tyler or in Houston.
Innovation Academy
The Innovation Academy is a University Charter School that serves as a laboratory and demonstration school for the Ingenuity Center and the College of Education and Psychology. The Innovation Academy is a University Prep School to develop students who are STEM College Ready. The IA has developed a STEM Pathway that all students follow so they are prepared to complete rigorous coursework that leads to STEM Majors at the University level and ultimately STEM Careers. In 2015 the IA will serve grades 3-9 at its three campuses in Tyler, Longview, and Palestine. The school follows the T-STEM Academy Blueprint and is a demonstration site for Project Lead the Way. The school is tuition free.
Faculty and Course Information
In an effort to provide as much information to students, parents, and the general public regarding courses and faculty, UT Tyler makes available on its website syllabi for current courses (www.uttyler.edu/catalog/syllabi.php), vitae for instructors of record, (www.uttyler.edu/facultystaff/faculty-search.php), and end-of-course evaluations for all courses (www.uttyler.edu/courseevals/homepage.aspx).
Statement on Protection of Social Security Numbers
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Tyler to protect the confidential nature of social security numbers. Employees who have access to confidential information may only use that information as is necessary and appropriate in the performance of their official duties and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
Statement on Equal Opportunity
No person shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or be subject to discrimination under any program or activity sponsored or conducted by The University of Texas System or any of its component institutions on any basis prohibited by applicable law, including, but not limited to, race, color, age, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or disability.
This policy applies to all University administrators, faculty, staff, students, visitors and applicants for employment or admission.
Academic Organization
The University of Texas at Tyler is organized into seven academic colleges:
College of Arts and Sciences
College of Business and Technology
College of Education and Psychology
College of Engineering
College of Nursing and Health Sciences
Ben and Maytee Fisch College of Pharmacy
University College
Bachelor’s Degrees
The University of Texas at Tyler offers a wide variety of educational opportunities. The university offers bachelor’s degrees with majors in the following areas:
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Degree
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Accounting
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B.B.A.
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Applied Arts and Sciences
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B.A.A.S.
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Art
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B.A./B.F.A.
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Biology
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B.S.
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Chemistry
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B.S.
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Civil Engineering
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B.S.C.E.
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Computer Information Systems
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B.S.
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Computer Science
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B.S.
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Construction Management
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B.S.
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Criminal Justice
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B.S.
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Economics
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B.A./B.S.
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Electrical Engineering
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B.S.E.E.
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English
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B.A.
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Finance
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B.B.A.
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Health & Kinesiology
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B.A.
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Health Studies
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B.S.
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History
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B.A./B.S.
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Human Resource Development
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B.S.
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Industrial Technology
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B.S.
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Interdisciplinary Studies
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B.S.
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Kinesiology
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B.S.
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Management
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B.B.A.
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Marketing
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B.B.A.
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| Mass Communication |
B.A./B.S. |
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Mathematics
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B.S.
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Mechanical Engineering
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B.S.M.E.
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Music
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B.M./B.A.
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Nursing
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B.S.N.
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Political Science
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B.A./B.S.
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Psychology
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B.A./B.S.
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Social Sciences
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B.A./B.S.
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Spanish
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B.A.
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Speech Communication
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B.A./B.S.
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Master’s Degrees
The University of Texas at Tyler offers master’s degrees in the following areas:
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Program
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Degree
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Accountancy
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M.Acc.
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Art (Studio)
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M.F.A.
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Art (Art History)
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M.A.
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Biology
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M.S.
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Business Administration
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M.B.A.
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Civil Engineering
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M.S.C.E.
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| Clinical Mental Health Counseling |
M.A. |
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Clinical Psychology
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M.S.
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Communication
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M.A.
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Computer Science
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M.S.
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Criminal Justice
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M.S.
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Curriculum and Instruction
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M.Ed.
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Educational Leadership
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M.Ed.
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Electrical Engineering
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M.S.E.E.
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English
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M.A.
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Health and Kinesiology
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M.Ed.
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Health Sciences
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M.S.
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History
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M.A.
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Human Resource Development
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M.S.
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Industrial Management
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M.S.
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Interdisciplinary Studies
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M.A./M.S.
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Kinesiology
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M.S.
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Mathematics
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M.S.
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Mechanical Engineering
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M.S.M.E.
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Nursing
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M.S.N.
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Political Science
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M.A.
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Public Administration
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M.P.A.
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Reading
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M.Ed.
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School Counseling
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M.A.
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Special Education
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M.Ed.
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Doctoral Degrees
The University of Texas at Tyler offers doctoral degrees in the following areas:
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Program
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Degree
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Human Resource Development
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Ph.D.
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Nursing
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Ph.D.
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Pharmacy
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Pharm.D.* |
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Pending accreditation
Accreditation and Memberships
Accredited by the following:
American Chemical Society
Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE)
Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International.(AACSB)
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
Council for Accreditation of Counseling & Related Educational Programs (CACREP)
Engineering Accrediting Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org
National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges (SACS-COC)
Texas Board of Nursing
Texas Education Agency
Recognized by the following:
Department of Homeland Security (DHS): Student Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE)
Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board
Veterans Administration