Welcome From the Dean

Dear Graduate Students,

Welcome to The University of Texas at Dallas. We are delighted that you have chosen to join us for your graduate education. As a graduate student, you are an important part of our university community. In fact, graduate students represent more than one-third of UT Dallas’ student enrollment and have been central to the University since its founding.

As a graduate student at UT Dallas, you are joining an institution where you will work with internationally renowned faculty and a diverse student population. Our graduate faculty research is on the cutting-edge of knowledge in the various disciplines and programs represented by 90 graduate programs across seven schools.

Together with our colleagues across the University, we strive to create an environment in which each of you will grow and thrive. The Office of Graduate Education is committed to the academic success of our students, and we serve as an advocate for their intellectual and professional development. We also offer many programs to help support students during their time at UT Dallas, including funding and fellowships, social events, career services and writing workshops.

The Office of Graduate Education is located in the Founders Annex, FA 3.104 and our telephone number is 972-883-2234. Our team is eager to support you as you pursue your graduate education at The University of Texas at Dallas.

Sincerely yours,

Juan E. González, Ph.D.
Francis S. Johnson Chair for Graduate Education
Vice Provost for Global Engagement
Dean of Graduate Education
Professor of Molecular Biology