La Bamba - The University of Texas at Arlington
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La Bamba - The University of Texas at Arlington
The University of Texas at Arlington What are you looking for? > 2Academics > 8 Undergraduate Degree Programs > 10 Campus Life > 12 Residential Life > 13 Student Organizations > 16 Experiential Learning > 18 Fast Facts > 20 Living and Learning > 22Athletics > 24Outcomes > 26 The Metroplex > 28 UT Arlington Campus > 30 Support Services > 31 COLLEGE PARK DISTRICT > 32 Admissions/Financial Aid > 34 Admisión/Apoyo Económico y Becas > 36 Visit UT Arlington > 37 IMPORTANT LINKS You’re your own person, shaped by your experiences and motivated by a sense of possibility that belongs to no one else. You seek growth and achievement and boast an amazing future as you stand on the verge of a single, self-defining moment made possible by unfettered resources and endless room for growth. You are a Maverick through and through, and you belong here in a place where possibility becomes reality every single day. I’m having a blast earning accomplishments and credentials that will stand out on my resume. unbranded Chris Ehiogu, Operations Management 2 3 UT Arlington is the place for ambitions of all sizes. Chris makes a concerted effort to make the most of his college experience, both academically and socially, so that he is well-prepared for his future. “I see a future for myself in the management industry,” says the operations management major. “I can see many different exciting career paths that will come from this degree.” How far you take your education depends on how far you want to go in your career. And not everyone has the same destination. And as a resident assistant and housing ambassador, Chris is broadening his career horizons much more by standing at the pulse of campus life. “I get to see firsthand everything the school has to offer,” he says. “I’ve seen so much growth on campus in the short time I’ve been here, and I’m proud to have been part of it.” We make sure you’ll have what you need to help achieve your broadest goals or most focused plans. Whatever you want to do, we’ve got you covered. See our full list of majors on page 8. Or go to: uta.edu/admissions/majors unbranded unbranded Alanna likes to tell stories. About the film and video graduate student who loves Ed Wood movies. About the staff member who wrote a book on raising a disabled child. About the honor society members who showed preschoolers the joys of reading. “Everyone has a story. It’s just a matter of finding it and telling it,” says the aspiring journalist. She’s always on the lookout for the latest scoop while trying to find a balance between her schoolwork and her job. “I love the spontaneity of the news because it is changing, developing, and growing every day.” We’ve got your back. 4 How you customize your UT Arlington experience is up to you, but you’ll never have to go it alone. Our support services can help you through any obstacles that come between you and your goals. 5 We offer math and physics clinics to help you maintain a healthy GPA and career services to make sure you have an advantage after you graduate. We think that no matter how far you want to go, we should help you get there. Alanna Quillen, Broadcast Journalism WORKING WITH THE SHORTHOrN HAS GIVEN ME A CHANCE TO MEET THE UNIQUE AND DIVERSE PEOPLE OF UT ARLINGTON AND TO SHARE THEIR LIVES WITH OTHERS–EVEN IF IT’S FOR 30 SECONDS OR LESS. the future can be uncertain, but ut arlington has provided me the support I needed to change my course and forge a new path. Caitlin Wright, Nursing Caitlin was one of only five nursing students recently accepted into a prestigious internship program. It’s an opportunity she wouldn’t have had if she didn’t change her major her freshman year. She shifted her focus from kinesiology to nursing and hasn’t looked back. She’s been learning criticalthinking skills in the classroom and developing practical skills while working with simulated patients in the Smart Hospital. Plus, her internship provided the realworld experience she needs to step into a healthcare setting following graduation. 6 7 “I learned more about myself as a nurse and gained more confidence in my abilities. When it comes time to work in the field, I will be ready to provide quality patient care,” Caitlin says. Along with the Smart Hospital, we’re also home to the Nanotechnology Research and Teaching Facility, whose researchers manipulate individual atoms and molecules that could herald the next electronics revolution. See more: uta.edu/engineering/nano unbranded Consider our campus your test track. We believe your undergraduate experience should prepare you to step into your chosen fields sooner and with total confidence. See more: uta.edu/nursing/smarthospital We’ve created some of the most incredible learning environments in Texas. From our glass-blowing studio to our 23-bed Smart Hospital, UT Arlington blurs the line between the world you learn in and the one you live in. Undergraduate DEGREE programs SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS Department of Architecture Architecture (BS) Interior Design (BS) Department of Accounting Accounting (BBA) Accounting (BS) Department of Business International Business Administration (BBA) – includes concentration in French, German, Russian, and Spanish Department of Economics Economics (BA, BBA, BS) Department of Finance and Real Estate Finance (BBA) Real Estate (BBA) Department of Information Systems and Operations Management Information Systems (BBA, BS) Operations Management (BBA) Department of Marketing Marketing (BBA) 8 COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AND HEALTH PROFESSIONS Department of Curriculum and Instruction Child/Bilingual Studies (BA) Early Childhood Studies (BA) Interdisciplinary Studies – Education (BAIS, BSIS) Department of Kinesiology Athletic Training (BA, BS) Athletic Training – Teaching (BA) Athletic Training – All-level Teaching (BS) Exercise Science (BS) Kinesiology (BA) Kinesiology – All-level Teaching (BA) COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS Department of Bioengineering Biomedical Engineering (BS) – includes concentrations in biomaterials and tissue engineering or medical imaging Department of Sociology and Anthropology Anthropology (BA) Sociology (BA) Sociology Fast Track (BA) Department of Civil Engineering Civil Engineering (BSCE) Department of Computer Science and Engineering Computer Engineering (BSCE) Computer Science (BSCS) Software Engineering (BSSE) Department of Electrical Engineering Electrical Engineering (BSEE) Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering Industrial Engineering (BSIE) Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Aerospace Engineering (BSAE) Aerospace Engineering Fast Track (BSAE) Mechanical Engineering (BSME) Mechanical Engineering Fast Track (BSME) Department of Art and Art History Art (BA, BFA) – BFA offers concentrations in clay, drawing, film and video, glass, visual communication, painting, photography, printmaking, or sculpture Art History (BA) Art – Teaching (BFA) Department of Communication Advertising (BA) Broadcasting (BA) Communication Studies (BA) Communication Studies – Teaching (BA) Communication Technology (BA) Journalism (BA) Journalism – Teaching (BA) Public Relations (BA) Speech Communication – Teaching (BA) Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice Criminology and Criminal Justice (BA, BA online) Department of English English (BA, BA 2nd major) English with Creative Writing Minor (BA) English – Teaching (BA) English with Writing Minor (BA) Department of History History (BA) History Pre-Law (BA) History – Teaching (BA) Department of Linguistics Linguistics (BA) Department of Modern Languages French (BA) French – Teaching (BA) Modern Languages (BA) Spanish (BA) Spanish – Teaching (BA) Department of Music Music (BM) – includes emphasis/ concentration options in all-level choral/keyboard, all-level choral/voice, all-level band, all-level orchestra, business, composition, instrumental performance band, instrumental orchestra performance, jazz studies, keyboard performance, keyboard pedagogy, media, theatre, theory composition/ piano, theory, theory composition, voice pedagogy, voice performance Department of Philosophy and Humanities Philosophy (BA) Philosophy General Track (BA) Philosophy Pre-Professional Track (BA) Department of Political Science Political Science (BA, BA 2nd major) Department of Theatre Arts Theatre Arts (BA, BFA) Theatre Arts – Teaching (BA) COLLEGE OF NURSING COLLEGE OF SCIENCE SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK UNIVERSITY COLLEGE Nursing (BSN, BSN Accelerated, Transition to BSN, BSN Academic Partnership, RN to BSN) Department of Biology Biology (BA, BS, BS to MBA, BS to MS Healthcare Administration) Biology – Teaching (BA, BS) Medical Technology (BS) Microbiology (BS) Social Work (BSW) Department of University Studies University Studies (BS, BS online) SCHOOL OF URBAN AND PUBLIC AFFAIRS Interdisciplinary Studies (BAIS, BSIS, FT) Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry Biological Chemistry (BS) Chemistry (BA, BA 2nd major, BS, BS 2nd major) Chemistry – Teaching (BA) For specific information on all programs of study offered at UT Arlington, please visit uta.edu/admissions/majors. Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences Environmental and Earth Science (BS) Geology (BA, BS) Geology – Teaching (BA) Geoinformatics (BS Earth Science, BS General) Department of Mathematics Mathematics (BA, BA 2nd major, BS, BS 2nd major, BS China) – includes options in actuarial science, biology, computer science, industrial and applied mathematics, and management science/ operations research Mathematics – Teaching (BA) Department of Physics Physics (BA, BA 2nd major, BS, BS 2nd major) Physics – Teaching (BA) 9 \ Department of Psychology Psychology (BA, BS) – includes emphasis options in clinical health psychology, neuroscience, developmental science, social and organizational science, and general psychology Start planning. And plan big. We have many different ways for you to make those plans. And no matter which degree you choose, we promise it will test your strengths, connect you with people who share your passions, and prepare you for the future—and the world—you want to build. unbranded Raise your expectations. We want our students to expect more: more challenges, more friendships, more opportunities, and more room to grow. So we’ve created an undergraduate experience to fit. 10 I’m the kind of person who makes big plans. But sometimes the best Built on more than 400 acres in the fourth-largest metropolitan region in the country, our campus is filled with everything students need for a rigorous, well-respected degree and an exciting, well-rounded life. things are unplanned. Timothy enrolled as part of the Coordinated Admissions Program (CAP) with the intention of trans ferring after his freshman year. But that was before he immersed himself in campus and began making connections. Whatever your plans (major, clubs, activities), you can plan on doing some collaborative research in almost any field. See more: uta.edu/uta/research “I couldn’t imagine transferring out now,” he says. “Since coming here, I no longer see it as a short-term option. I’ve found a partner for my long-term goals. And if I could do it all over again, I’d still enroll at UT Arlington, just not as a CAP student.” I definitely feel like I was thrown a curveball—and then I hit a home run. Timothy Johnson, Biochemistry 11 commuting only limits your campus experience when you allow it to. There isn’t one right way to experience UT Arlington. If you haven’t found a way to make this experience all your own, you just haven’t looked. Maggie Garza, Social Work We get where you’re coming from. David Hall, Engineering 12 Check out everything about UT Arlington housing (the floor plans, rates, on-campus apartments, dining, meal plans, and amenities). See more: uta.edu/housing As a student driving to campus from Dallas, Maggie knew she was going to make the most of her time at UT Arlington. “I got involved right away,” she says. “I believe a true college experience isn’t complete unless you participate with the university.” She got involved with EXCEL Campus Activities her freshman year and hasn’t looked back. “Academics should be number one priority in college,” Maggie says. “But getting involved has helped me grow as an individual and better equipped me for the real world once I graduate.” David lives on campus in Kalpana Chawla (KC) Hall where he’s a Peer Academic Leader for the Engineering Freshman Interest Group (FIG), as well as a member of the UT Arlington Cornerstone campus ministry. When he’s not busy with all of that, he’s working on a degree “When worthy of NASA. I came here, I brought some pretty bad study habits with me,” David admits. “All the people who had given me positive support were back home, three hours away. But after joining my FIG, I found a whole new support system.” Some of our students live off campus, but we also have a large percentage who reside in one of our residence halls or apartment communities. In other words, our campus is full of people who come from very different places— literally—but they all share the same incredible experience. Whether you live on or off campus, as a UT Arlington student, you’ll get to be part of a growing community. See more: uta.edu/livingoncampus unbranded 13 EVERYTHING’S CLEARER ON A STAGE– NO MATTER HOW BIG OR SMALL YOUR ROLE. I KNOW I CAN FACE WHATEVER THE FUTURE HOLDS WITH MORE CONFIDENCE. Alexzandria Siprian, Spanish The heart of the action is the Maverick Activities Center (MAC), a $34.5 million facility furnished with the latest fitness equipment and much more. 14 15 See more: uta.edu/campusrec Alexzandria’s parents told her to take full advantage of the opportunities available at UT Arlington. So she challenged herself to venture beyond her residence hall room and get involved. Her greatest success so far: earning a spot in last spring’s Theatre Arts musical production. “Acting is something I always wanted to try but never found the time for,” she says. “Now I’m part of something that pushes me to perform well in everything I do.” Alexzandria rehearses with other student actors on the set of My Emperor’s New Clothes. All in. Our students are active in 330 student organizations and a thriving Greek system of 28 national and local fraternities and sororities. They play on our outdoor sand volleyball courts. They shoot pool. They roll strikes at our bowling alley. Some of our most treasured traditions include Oozeball and Bed Races. unbranded With countless places to get together, even when you don’t feel like doing much of anything, you’ll find someone to do nothing with. See more: uta.edu/studentaffairs unbranded I’m a talker, and at UT Arlington, I’m heard. I may be in a class with 300 students, but I still get into discussions with the professor. 16 Carmen Lopez, Nursing Carmen spent a semester studying in Monterrey, Mexico, where she earned her minor in Spanish. She liked it so much, she became a Study Abroad Ambassador so she could help others make the most of their college experience. 17 “I jumped at the opportunity to go to Mexico,” she says. “I knew I’d be pretty busy studying to be a nurse, so I wanted to be sure that studying abroad was something I made happen. With the advisors and the scholarships, UT Arlington made it easy.” We’ll get you there. Our campus is just one of the places where you’ll learn. Our Study Abroad Program sends students all around the world. See More: studyabroad.uta.edu There are also plenty of opportunities closer to campus. We’re located in the Metroplex— a corporate headquarters hot spot—and our Career Center can help you get internships at some of the biggest companies in the world. See More: hireamaverick.uta.edu 18 push your limits in a place where there aren’t any. UT Arlington Fast Facts Founded: The University was founded 1895 in as Arlington College Degrees awarded 2010-11: Bachelor’s 5,103 Master’s 2,417 Doctoral Degree programs: Bachelor’s degrees 80 127 Faculty: Our students: By ethnicity: By academic units: The total number of full- and part-time instructional faculty is Undergraduate White Architecture 2,165 The ratio of faculty to students is approximately 1 to 21 Student organizations: 280 Doctoral degrees 30 Graduate 8,020 Total 33,439 43.3% Hispanic 19.2% Black 14.7% Asian 9.7% International Athletic statistics: 8.5% Division I: Unknown Master’s degrees 71 25,419 14 21 Club Sports: 1.8% Native American 0.4% 833 Business 5,611 Education and Health Professions 3,416 Engineering 4,066 Liberal Arts 4,494 Nursing 5,924 Science 3,736 Social Work 1,326 University College 2,657 Urban and Public Affairs 904 19 To be honest, I didn’t really know what to expect from UT Arlington. But when I got here, it was my turn to surprise them. Elvis Ibarra, Architecture Elvis is family-oriented. So it makes sense that when he moved onto our campus, he joined a Freshman Interest Group (FIG). It’s the team effort, friendship, and all-around togetherness that create our unique campus experience. 20 “My Freshman Interest Group is where it all came together,” he says. “The people in my FIG became my friends. One of my instructors lived in my hall, and he would be there to talk any time. It was the perfect balance of living and learning.” Who says you can’t choose your family? 21 FIGs are for residents in KC Hall. Learning Communities are open to everyone. see more: uta.edu/lc On our campus, you’ll find lots of people willing to join your cause and rally to your side. They’ll understand what makes you you. Most importantly, the people in your corner will be willing to help you get where you’re going. Whether you join a Freshman Interest Group, a Learning Community, or simply a study group, you’ll always be in good company. unbranded we’re showing the world that high-quality players come out of ut arlington. Cameron Catlett, Kinesiology Division I Men’s Club Sports Martial Arts Intramurals Team Sports Individual/ Dual Events 3-on-3 Indoor Basketball Tiger Woods PGA Tour 10 (Wii) Flag Football NBA 2K9 (Xbox360) Men’s Volleyball Softball Racquetball (S&D) Roller Hockey Sand Volleyball Tennis (S&D) Tennis Indoor Soccer Sports Trivia Aikido Men’s Lacrosse Baseball Bass Fishing Men’s Soccer Basketball Billiards Cross Country Climbing Men’s Ultimate Frisbee Golf Cricket Tennis Fencing Track & Field Football Women’s Basketball Ice Hockey Kendo Cross Country Softball Tennis Track & Field Triathlon Women’s Lacrosse Women’s Ultimate Frisbee Women’s Volleyball Backyard/Lawn Game Night (Horseshoes, Washers, Corn Hole) Poker Tournament Wrestling Volleyball 22 When Cameron played his first game at College Park Center, he could feel it: he was a part of something amazing. “It was an unbelievable experience,” he says. “It’s such a blessing–the school is growing so rapidly in so many ways, and it’s an honor to help continue UT Arlington’s success.” A senior point guard for the Maverick basketball team, Cameron is gaining experience and credentials that will make him a choice prospect when he moves on to achieving his career goals. “I’m looking forward to taking basketball as far as I can,” he says. “Whether it’s playing in state or overseas, I know the success we’ve been experiencing is really going to help me out.” Welcome to Maverick country. 23 More than where we live, this is where we play. We compete in Division I basketball, baseball, softball, tennis, cross country, golf, volleyball, and track and field. And when our students aren’t filling the stands for their Mavericks, they’re participating in a wide range of intramurals and club sports: everything from Wii golf and ultimate frisbee to lacrosse and soccer. See more: utamavs.com Maverick sports has a new home in College Park Center, the 7,000-seat special events arena at the heart of College Park District. SEE MORE: www.utacollegepark.com unbranded Kathleen Cooper ’70, ’71, business thought leader. The U.S. under Kalpana “K.C.” Chawla ’84, astronaut. Born in India, she was the secretary for economic affairs from 2001 to 2005, she is a director of the Williams Companies, a Fortune 200 energy firm, and a founding director of Texas Security Bank in Dallas. She is also a former chief economist for ExxonMobil. first woman from that nation to travel in space. She was among the crew members who died in the 2003 Columbia space shuttle accident. UT Arlington’s first Residential Learning Center is named in her honor. 24 Unstoppable momentum. Trey Hillman ’91, BASEBALL manager. He played shortstop and second base for UT Arlington and still holds the school record for highest batting average in a season. He managed the Kansas City Royals from 2008 to 2010 and is currently the bench coach for the Los Angeles Dodgers. Lauren Lane ’84, actress and teacher. She starred as C.C. Babcock on the television series, The Nanny, and has worked in leading regional theaters throughout the U.S. She is a full-time lecturer in theatre. Roland G. Fryer Jr. ’98, economist. A Harvard University professor, he was named to Time magazine’s list of the top 100 scientists and thinkers and as one of the world’s top eight young economists by The Economist. He also received one of 22 MacArthur Fellowships, often called “genius grants,” in 2011. Martha Burk ’68, ’74, women’s issues expert. The first woman to earn a Ph.D. at UT Arlington, she is a political psychologist and co-founder of the Center for Advancement of Public Policy. She is a former chair of the National Council of Women’s Organizations. Some of the best things about UT Arlington are most appreciated after you graduate — like the alumni network, the recognition from employers, and the respect that comes with your degree. As alumni, you’ll be in good company. Lou Diamond Phillips ’85, actor. Best known for his portrayal of rock-n-roll legend Ritchie Valens in La Bamba, he was nominated for a Tony Award for his leading role in the Broadway revival of The King and I. Most recently he starred in Stargate Universe on the Syfy Channel. 25 Retired BRIG. Gen. Robert L. Stewart ’71, solDIer and astronaut. He spent 289 hours in space on the Challenger and Atlantis missions, and became deputy commanding general of the U.S. Army Strategic Defense Command. Our campus is in the sweet spot known as the Dallas/ Fort Worth Metroplex. That means you’ll have access to incredible internships with some of the biggest companies. You’ll also get to enjoy all the big-city entertainment options. 26 We are conveniently located in the real world. 27 When the Texas Rangers knock it out of their park, it’s in Arlington. Six Flags Over Texas theme park is just a study break away. The Dallas Cowboys actually PLAY in Arlington. That’s right, when it came time to build what’s being called the greatest sports venue in the world, they came to Arlington. The UT Arlington campus at a glance Acres of main campus: Academic buildings: 420 33 COLLEGE PARK DISTRICT 14 Residence halls: 7 E.H. Hereford University Center This new development features loft apartments, a residence hall, a park, a welcome center, restaurants, and College Park Center, a 7,000seat special events arena that hosts concerts, lectures, and unstoppable Maverick pride. 28 Athletic fields /buildings: Fraternity and sorority houses: 9 Smart Hospital 19 Campus eateries: 17 Maverick Activities Center The College of Nursing’s Smart Hospital features more than 30 full-body patient simulators in a 23-bed simulated hospital environment. The heart of UT Arlington’s active student life, the UC is the place to play, eat, hang out, and study. Apartment communities: Libraries: 6 Nanotechnology Research and Teaching Facility The Maverick Activities Center offers the latest in fitness equipment and recreation facilities, as well as a computer lab, videogaming area, and more than 75 plasma TVs. Engineers and scientists in this facility are manipulating individual atoms and molecules that could herald the next electronics revolution. PART PROVING GROUND, PART STOMPING GROUND, ALL AT YOUR DISPOSAL. 29 VANDERGRIFF Hall More than 5,100 students live on campus, including more than 500 in Vandergriff Hall, UT Arlington’s newest residence hall. Located in the heart of College Park District, Vandergriff Hall features an Academic Resource Center and a number of exciting amenities. Chemistry and Physics Building The Chemistry and Physics Building boasts stateof-the-art teaching and research labs for chemistry, biochemistry, and physics, as well as one of the largest and most sophisticated planetariums in Texas. Get down to ground level and get a closer look at our campus: uta.edu/virtualtour Fine Arts Building The Fine Arts Building is the arts hub of the University. It houses The Gallery at UTA, the Mainstage Theatre, and Irons Recital Hall. Engineering Research Building In January 2011 we opened the doors to the $126 million Engineering Research Building, which has forged cutting-edge partnerships between engineering and science. Studio Arts Center Housed in the Studio Arts Center’s spacious facilities, the renowned glass program attracts some of the nation’s most talented student artists to UT Arlington. SUPPORT SERVICES Our students invest their time and money in us. So we invest plenty with them. At every stage in your education, we can put you in touch with people who will help you get to the next one. UNIVERSITY COLLEGE We take your success so seriously that we’ve dedicated an entire building to it. Ransom Hall is your one-stop shop for academic success, bringing together many of the resources Maverick students need to make the most of their college experience. It’s your home for tutoring and supplemental instruction, as well as our Maverick Scholars and Freshman Interest Groups. For more information, go to: uta.edu/universitycollege STUDENT ADVISING AND ENROLLMENT 30 We want you to be successful during your time at UT Arlington. The advising staff can answer your questions, help you select or change your major, point you to campus resources, and make sure you’re on the right track for graduation. For more information, go to: uta.edu/advising student support services Student Support Services offers free counseling, small group tutoring, and skill-building workshops for first-generation, low-income, and disabled college students. The goal of the program is to improve academic performance, increase retention and graduation rates, and foster an environment that supports UT Arlington students. For more information, go to: uta.edu/universitycollege COLLEGE PARK DISTRICT CAREER SERVICES Your challenges won’t end after your college years, and neither will our support. Find which jobs are best for you, then learn how you can land the job with a résumé critique and great interview skills. For more information, go to: hireamaverick. uta.edu WRITING CENTER Everyone could use some advice before turning in a paper. Whether it’s help with finding a topic or feedback to make it shine, we offer free tutoring by undergraduate and graduate peers. Walk-ins or appointments welcome. Location: 411 Central Library. For more information, go to: uta.edu/owl MATH CLINIC Stop in for math help, and take some sample tests. Flex your knowledge with worksheets, and take full advantage of the clinic’s resource library and staff of tutors. Location: 314 Pickard Hall. For more information, go to: uta.edu/math/clinic COUNSELING SERVICES These confidential services can help you navigate any academic, career, or personal concerns. While the focus is working with students who can benefit from short-term counseling, we can also connect you to services and people beyond our campus. We also offer a variety of workshops—everything from time management to healthy dating. For more information, go to: uta.edu/counseling OFFICE FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES The Office for Students with Disabilities and the Adaptive Resource Center provide academic accommodations for students with disabilities, as well as educational outreach to the UT Arlington community. For more information, go to: uta.edu/disability CENTER FOR DISTANCE EDUCATION We offer a wide variety of Internet-delivered classes and undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Each semester, thousands of students complete their coursework partly or completely online from Texas and locations around the world. For more information, go to: distance.uta.edu CITY LIFE MEETS UNIVERSITY LIFE College Park District, an exciting new development on the UT Arlington campus, means big things for our students, faculty, staff, and the local community. Spanning more than 20 acres, College Park encompasses a broad range of amenities that marry city life with university life perfectly. Work hard, play hard, rest easy: It’s life well lived at UT Arlington’s College Park District. CHEER WILDLY Catch concerts, games, and special events next door at College Park Center, the University’s new special events facility. The center provides a new home court for the University’s basketball and volleyball teams and gives the city of Arlington a signature facility for highprofile events and entertainment, conferences, and community activities. For more information, visit www.utacollegepark.com. PLAY OUTSIDE The Green at College Park is an inviting oasis for students, neighbors, and friends to gather and relax. The Green connects to the city’s Center Street Trail system and is part of an international pilot project devoted to sustainable landscape design, construction, and maintenance. EAT, DRINK, SHOP Enjoy great food with good friends at any of the restaurants right where the action is. Eateries include Pie Five, Pho Express, Mediterranean Grille, Mavs Sports Grille, and Coolberry Yogurt. Other eateries and retail options are in the works! SLEEP IN College Park Center offers living options for students who want to stay in the midst of things. The Lofts is UT Arlington’s newest student apartment community; Vandergriff Hall is the newest residence hall community. Amenities abound in either living option; the only trouble you’ll have is figuring out which one is the right fit for you. Visit uta.edu/housing for more. YOU’RE ALWAYS WELCOME The new Dan Dipert University Welcome Center greets prospective students, their families, and visitors to campus. The 7,000-square-foot, high-tech facility features a 40-seat circular theater with retractable glass walls and a 360-degree imaging board for electronic displays. Other amenities include touch-screen kiosks, tour guide stations, and a shared courtyard with Vandergriff Hall. 31 financial aid Admissions Start the application process and you’ll see our support begins even before you’re a student. How to Apply to UT Arlington • Complete the Apply Texas application. It can be accessed online by visiting the following websites: uta.edu/admissions or applytexas.org. •Submit official transcripts (high school, college). •Submit the application fee: $50 up to the priority deadline; $60 after the priority deadline. For automatic admission as a freshman, you must graduate from a high school on the Texas recommended plan or curriculum equivalent and meet the class rank and minimum SAT or ACT scores. Students with no class rank must have an unweighted 3.0 grade point average and meet the minimum SAT or ACT scores. Please refer to the chart at right. For more details or to begin the admission process, visit our website: uta.edu/ admissions/freshmen. Transfers If you already have some college experience and are looking for more (more friends, more challenges, more attention), we make the transfer process as easy as possible. For more details or to begin the transfer process, visit our website: uta.edu/ admissions/transfers. VACCINATION REQUIREMENT Any incoming Texas college student under 30-years-old must be immunized against bacterial meningitis before they enroll in an institution of higher education. Prospective students who do not submit the proper vaccination documentation by the deadline will be dropped from classes and will not be allowed to re-enroll. Please refer to the official UT Arlington bacterial meningitis website to learn the deadline for your enrollment term and how to submit documentation through our third-party service, Magnus Health SMR. uta.edu/meningitis. FRESHMAN ADMISSION CRITERIA, Fall 2013-Spring 2014 High School Rank Minimum Acceptable SAT Score† Minimum Acceptable ACT Score Top Quarter No Minimum No Minimum Second Quarter 1050‡22 Third Quarter Individual Review Individual Review Fourth Quarter Individual Review Individual Review Home School/No Rank* 1100 24 Meeting the above minimum university admissions requirements does not guarantee admission. In addition, students who are granted admission to the university are not guaranteed admission to a specific academic program. Note: Please submit college transcripts if you have dual credit or have been concurrently enrolled at a college. *Student must also have a 3.0 unweighted GPA †Based on highest critical reading and math score ‡The National SAT and ACT tests’ writing s ection is required for admission but will not be used as a criterion for acceptance. The cumulative scores in the table above are based upon the Critical Reading and Mathematical s ections of the SAT, and the English, Mathematics, Reading, and Science sections of the ACT. TRANSFER ADMISSION CRITERIA, Fall 2013-SPRING 2014 MinimumMinimum Transferable Acceptable Credit Hours GPA Curriculum Requirements 12 3.0 Core curriculum only; no developmental coursework or grades of “D” or below; all credits issued by an accredited institution 13 -24 2.25 Must meet freshman admission requirements AND have at least a 2.25 GPA on all transfer work 24 or more 2.25 We can help. Financial aid can help cover the costs Fall Semester that you and your family are unable to pay. June 1 Spring Semester December 1 •Submit official SAT or ACT scores. FRESHMEN Application Priority Deadline No developmental coursework when calculating GPA or grades of “D” or below; all credits issued by an accredited institution Meeting the above minimum university admissions requirements does not guarantee admission. In addition, students who are granted admission to the university are not guaranteed admission to a specific academic program. Note: Please submit college transcripts if you have dual credit or have been concurrently enrolled at a college. Summer Semester April 1 FINANCIAL AID OPTIONS Pursue your financial aid options by completing a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at fafsa.ed.gov. A variety of grants, loans, and work programs are available to students who meet the eligibility requirements and apply by the published deadlines. For more information, call 817-272-3561 or visit uta.edu/fao. Scholarships We offer a variety of scholarships for students who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement. We also consider factors such as leadership, community involvement, and financial need. For more information on scholarships, call 817-272-2197 or visit uta.edu/scholarships. Estimated Expenses (2012-2013 academic year) Tuition and Fees*: $9,152 for in-state undergraduates, $18,004 for out-of-state undergraduates, and $18,174 for international undergraduates. These expenses do not include fees for parking, international student insurance or additional tuition rates assessed by the academic college units, such as College of Nursing, for enrollment in specific courses. The rate for the Designated Enhanced Tuition can range from $7-$96 per semester credit hour depending upon the course and the academic college unit. Flat Rate Tuition: The flat rate for 12 or more credit hours for the 2012-2013 academic year is $4,439 per semester. Books and Supplies: $1,160 Residence Living: Residence hall prices range from $2,630 to $5,410 per academic year. UT Arlington-owned apartments range from $472/ month to $1,068/month and come furnished and unfurnished. Centennial Court provides student housing from $4,815 to $7,656 per academic year. Visit uta.edu/housing to see floor plans and apply for housing. Meals: Depending on the residence hall, meal plan participation may or may not be required. Several meal plans are available, and costs range from $1,436 to $1,679 per semester. Visit uta.edu/dining for more information. * Figures for non-Texas residents are based on 13 semester hours for fall and spring semesters. Visit our registration amount estimation site at uta.edu/fees and click on Registration Cost Estimation. 33 ADMISIÓN Apoyo económico y becas Inicia el proceso de solicitud de admisión y verás que nuestro apoyo comienza desde antes que seas alumno. Cómo solicitar la inscripción a la UT Arlington • Llena la solicitud Apply Texas. Puedes llenarla en las páginas en Internet mencionadas a continuación: uta.edu/admissions o applytexas.org. • Envía tu expediente académico oficial (escuela preparatoria, universidad). • Envía la puntuación oficial del examen SAT o ACT. • Envía la cuota de solicitud: $50 hasta la fecha límite del plazo prioritario, $60 después de la fecha límite del plazo prioritario. FRESHMEN (ESTUDIANTES DE PRIMER INGRESO) REQUISITOS DE ADMISIÓN PARA FRESHMAN (ESTUDIANTES DE PRIMER INGRESO) Otoño del 2013 – Primavera del 2014 Para ingresar automáticamente al primer año universitario (freshman), será necesario haberse graduado de la preparatoria, según el plan de estudios recomendado o equivalente en el Estado de Texas, y cumplir con los requisitos de la clasificación del aprovechamiento de su generación y las calificaciones mínimas de los exámenes SAT o ACT. Los alumnos sin clasificación del aprovechamiento de su generación deberán haber obtenido una puntuación promedio aprobatoria de 3.0 puntos y cumplir con las calificaciones mínimas de los exámenes SAT o ACT. Por favor consulte la gráfica en el lado derecho. Classificación de la preparatoria Puntuación del SAT Mínima Aceptable† Puntuación del ACT mínima Aceptable Trimestre Sobresaliente Sin Minimo Sin Minimo Segundo Trimestre 1050‡22 Tercer Trimestre Análisis Individual Análisis Individual Cuarto Trimestre Análisis Individual Análisis Individual Para obtener más información o para iniciar el proceso de admisión, visita la página en Internet: uta.edu/admissions/freshmen. TRANSFERENCIAS Educación en el Hogar/ Sin Clasificación* 1100 24 Haber cumplido con los requisitos de admisión mínimos anteriormente mencionados para ingresar a la Universidad, no garantizará su ingreso. Además de lo anterior, a los alumnos a quienes se les conceda su admisión a la Universidad no se les garantizará su admisión a un programa académico específico. Nota: Por favor envíanos el expediente académico universitario oficial si obtuviste algún crédito doble o si estuviste recientemente inscrito en alguna universidad. Semestre de primavera: 1o. de diciembre Semestre de verano: 1o. de abril Podemos ayudarte. El apoyo económico puede ayudar a cubrir los costos que tú y tu familia no pueden pagar. Opciones de Apoyo Económico Lo invitamos a no dejar de aspirar a recibir el apoyo económico bastando llenar la Solicitud Gratuita para el Apoyo Económico Federal de los Estudiantes (FAFSA) por Internet en la página fafsa.ed.gov. Hay una gran variedad de becas, préstamos y programas de trabajo disponibles para estudiantes que cumplan con los requisitos de elegibilidad y que sometan su solicitud antes de las fechas topes anunciadas. Si desea obtener más informacíon, llame al 817-272-3561, ó visite la página uta.edu/fao. †Based on highest critical reading and math score La UT en Arlington ofrece una variedad de becas para los alumnos que hayan demostrado logros académicos excepcionales. Además de las cualidades específicas necesarias para obtener becas competitivas, tomamos en cuenta factores como liderazgo, ‡The National SAT and ACT tests’ writing section is required for admission but will not be used as a criterion for acceptance. The cumulative scores in the table above are based upon the Critical Reading and Mathematical sections of the SAT, and the English, Mathematics, Reading, and Science sections of the ACT. Requisitos de admisión para alumnos de transferencia otoño del 2013 – Primavera de 2014 Para obtener más información o para iniciar el proceso de transferencia, visita la página en Internet: uta.edu/admissions/transfers. 13 -24 12 Requisitos Curriculares 3.0 Solamente para las asignaturas comunes, sin cursos de desarrollo ni calificaciones “D” o inferiores; todos los créditos otorgados por una institución acreditada 2.25 Cumplir con todos los requisitos de admisión para alumnos de primer ingreso Y tener por lo menos un promedio de 2.25 GPA en todo el trabajo de transferencia 24 o más uta.edu/meningitis. 1o. de junio becas Horas Crédito GPA Minimas Mínimo Transferibles Aceptable Cualquierestudiante universitario tejano, por ingresar a la institución y que sea menor de 30 años de edad, deberá vacunarse contra la meningitis bacterial antes de inscribirse en una institución de enseñanza superior. Los estudiantes a seraceptados a futuro, que no presenten la documentación apropiada como comprobante de vacunación antes del plazo establecido, serán dados de baja de sus clases y no se les permitirá re-inscribirse. Por favor consulte en la página oficial de UT Arlington lo relacionado con la meningitis bacterial, enterarse de la fecha del plazo establecido para inscribirse y cómo presentar la documentación a través de nuestro prestador de servicio externo, Magnum Health SMR. Semestre de otoño: *Los alumnos también deberán haber obtenido una puntuación promedio aprobatoria (GPA) de 3.0 puntos. Si ya cuentas con experiencia universitaria y estás buscando algo más (más amistades, mayor desafío, mejor atención), nosotros hacemos el proceso de transferencia lo más fácil posible. REQUISITO DE VACUNACIÓN PLAZO PRIORITARIO DE LA SOLICITUD 2.25 Para calcular el GPA no se tomarán en cuenta cursos de desarrollo ni calificaciones “D” o inferiores; todos los créditos otorgados por una institución acreditada Haber cumplido con los requisitos de admisión mínimos anteriormente mencionados para ingresar a la Universidad, no garantizará su ingreso. Además de lo anterior, a los alumnos a quienes se les conceda su admisión a la Universidad no se les garantizará su admisión a un programa académico específico. Nota: Por favor envíanos el expediente académico universitario oficial si obtuviste algún crédito doble o si estuviste recientemente inscrito en alguna unversidad. participación comunitaria y necesidades económicas. Si desea obtener más información relacionada con las becas, llame al 817-272-2197 o visite la página uta.edu/scholarships. Cálculo aproximado de gastos (año académico 2012-2013) Colegiatura y cuotas:* $9,152 es el precio a pagar para los estudiantes que llenan los requisitos estatales y que son de nuevo ingreso en el programa de pregraduados; $18,004 es el precio a pagar para los estudiantes pregraduados y que no llenan los requisitos de Residencia Estatal, y $18,174 el precio a pagar para los estudiantes internacionales. Dichas cantidades no incluyen otros gastos asignados para mejorar el costo del programa escogido; dichos gastos pueden oscilar entre $7 y $96 dólares por cada crédito de materia por semestre y se basa en requisitos específicos de matrícula; note que estos gastos extras no incluyen el seguro médico para estudiantes internacionales ni el estacionamiento. Los gastos citados no incluyen las tarifas por estacionamiento, seguro para estudiantes internacionales ni tarifas de colegiaturas adicionales impuestas por las unidades académicas universitarias, como es el caso de la Facultad de Enfermería, para inscribirse en cursos específicos. El costo de la colegiatura diferencial designada puede variar desde $7.00 hasta $96.00 por semestre hora-crédito dependiendo del curso y la unidad académica universitaria. Colegiatura de Tasa Fija: La tasa fija 12 o más horas crédito para el año académico 20122013 es de $4,439 por semestre. Libros y Útiles: $1,160 Vivienda: Los costos de vivienda fluctúan de $2,630 a $5,410 por año académico, dependiendo de la vivienda. El costo por hospedarse en los apartamentos propiedad de UTA es de $472 a $1,068 mensuales. El complejo de vivienda estudiantil Centennial Court les proporciona a los alumnos una vivienda que puede ir de $4,815 hasta $7,656 por cada año académico. Visite la página uta.edu/housing donde podrá consultar los planos de las viviendas y llenar una solicitud para ocupar una de ellas. Alimentos: Dependiendo del dormitorio, puede ser necesario que participes en el plan de alimentos. Hay diferentes planes disponibles y los costos varían de $1,436 a $1,679 por semestre. Visita la página de Internet uta. edu/dining para obtener mayor información. *Los precios asignados a los estudiantes que no llenan los requisitos de Residencia Estatal se basan en 13 horas por semestre para el otoño; los mismos requisitos se basan para matricularse durante el semestre de la primavera. Sírvase visitar nuestra página electrónica en la que podrá calcular los gastos que le corresponden según su situación en particular: uta.edu/ fees y escoja Registration Cost Estimation. 35 Important links Visit UT arlington Make your way here. Visiting UT Arlington is the only way to truly experience what we offer. Tour our incredible facilities. Feel the campus connections. Talk with advisors and students. Picture yourself here. And no matter where you’re coming from, imagine how far you can go. Offered daily Monday–Friday at 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., and 3 p.m. Residence hall/ apartment tours* Offered daily Monday–Friday at 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 2:30 p.m. combined campus/ residence hall tour* Offered only on Saturdays at 11:30 a.m. * Tours will leave from the Dan Dipert University Welcome Center in College Park District. 36 Visit the website to view available dates: uta.edu/ admissions/visit You can schedule an appoint ment with a recruitment/ admission representative or an academic department to have specific questions a nswered. Representatives are available Monday–Friday prior to or immediately following your campus tour. We will customize a tour for you. Simply go online and fill out the campus tour reservation form at uta.edu/ admissions/visit, or call the tour line at 817-272-TOUR (8687). Preview Day is an excellent opportunity for prospective freshmen, transfer students, and family members to learn more about UT Arlington. Here are some of the events we have planned: • Activities & Academic Fair. Take the opportunity to meet with current students involved on campus, as well as to meet with faculty members from your academic areas of interest. • Campus Tour. Take a walking tour with a currently enrolled UT Arlington student. • Housing Tour. Take a bus tour and visit the many housing opportunities available at UT Arlington. • Faculty Interaction Session. uta.edu/advising November 10, 2012 February 2, 2013 April 13, 2013 University Library uta.edu/library •Admissions Info Session. Attend an information session specifically catering to freshmen and learn how to apply and enroll. Computing Resources oit.uta.edu/cs •Financial Aid Session. Attend an information session on how to apply for financial aid. University College uta.edu/universitycollege Watch your mailbox and e-mail for an invitation to attend Preview Day, or visit our website at uta.edu/admissions/previewday. Maverick Scholar Freshman Interest Groups uta.edu/fig Plano Richardson Garland Irving Dallas Arlington, texas: The entertainment and sports capital of North Texas 40 • FIG Session. Hear from niversity College about U Freshman Interest Groups. Academic Advising Dates for Preview Days Talk with deans and department heads about our outstanding academic programs. 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