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TO THE CHALLENGE

TABLE OF CONTENTS

A respected university . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

In-demand degrees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

World-class research . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Excellent faculty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Unmatched professional experience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

The academic advantage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Alumni connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Campus life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Exceptional locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Financial aid and funding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Admissions checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Start now . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

ADVANCE YOUR CAREER WITH A GRADUATE DEGREE FROM UNT.You’re ready for something more . You want a competitive

edge and limitless opportunity . You want to be at the top

of your game and define your own success . You want UNT.

A graduate degree from the University of North Texas,

ranked among America's Top Colleges by Forbes for 10

consecutive years, will help you pursue your purpose all

the way to the top .

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RISEThe University of North Texas (UNT) prohibits discrimination and harassment because of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law in its application and admission processes; educational programs and activities; employment policies, procedures, and processes; and university facilities . The University takes active measures to prevent such conduct and investigates and takes remedial action when appropriate . Direct questions or concerns to the equal opportunity office, 940-565-2759, or the dean of students, 940-565-2648 . TTY access is available at 940-369-8652 . AA/EOE/ADA .

©2020 UNT UBSC 9/20 (21-003) AA/EOE/ADA GRAD-VB

U.S. AVERAGE ANNUAL EARNINGS AMONG ADULTS AGE 25 AND OVER

Bachelor’s$64,900

Master’s$77,900

Doctoral$97,900

U .S . Bureau of Labor Statistics, Current Population Survey (2019)

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WELCOME TO UNT’S TOULOUSE GRADUATE SCHOOL. I’m pleased that you have taken an interest in our exceptional university . As the demand for an advanced

degree continues to rise, so does the competition . Our nationally and internationally recognized graduate

programs, many offered 100% online or at UNT at Frisco in addition to our campus in Denton, will help you soar

higher and create the future you want .

No matter how you choose to pursue your degree, you can count on a Tier One education at an affordable cost

with access to many virtual resources and safe, in-person access to labs and other facilities .

UNT is deeply dedicated to cultivating a supportive and welcoming community . Our diverse student body,

faculty and staff provide unique academic and professional perspectives that add value to your degree

and help strengthen your impact on society .

Earning a graduate degree from UNT is the best investment you’ll ever make . I invite you to learn more

about the UNT program that fits your career aspirations . When your passion meets our expertise, there's

no limit to what you can accomplish .

With UNT pride,

Victor Prybutok

Vice Provost for Graduate Education

and Dean of the Toulouse Graduate School

A personal touch — UNT faculty like Dr . Prybutok, Dean of the Toulouse Graduate School (center), know the value of faculty-student collaboration, inside and outside the classroom .

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ESTABLISHED EXCELLENCE

RANKED A TIER ONE RESEARCH UNIVERSITY, ONE OF ONLY 131

IN THE NATION – CARNEGIE CLASSIFICATION

HIGHER EDUCATION EXCELLENCE IN DIVERSITY AWARD FOR

THREE CONSECUTIVE YEARS – INSIGHT INTO DIVERSITY MAGAZINE

RANKED 6TH IN THE NATION AS A PUBLIC UNIVERSITY ON THE RISE

– COLLEGEGAZETTE.COM

Here are just a few of the top reasons to earn your

graduate degree with UNT:

• Only 13% of U .S . adults age 25 and over have advanced degrees .

• Annual earnings increase by $13,000 on average for U .S . adults with the graduate-level distinction .

• You’ll enhance the creative economy alongside collaborative faculty in our cutting-edge facilities and research institutes.

• You’ll gain access to top employers through our powerful professional partnerships with some of the nation’s best-known companies, including the Dallas Cowboys, Tesla and the American Heart Association, to name a few .

You’ll graduate with the confidence and

experience needed to be a highly sought-after

candidate in your industry.

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124 IN-DEMAND DEGREES

EXPLORE OUR DEGREES AND CONCENTRATIONS: gograd.unt.edu/degrees

MASTER’S PROGRAMSCollege of Education

Counseling M .Ed ., M .S . ◊

Curriculum and Instruction M .Ed . *

Early Childhood Education M .S . *

Educational Leadership M .Ed . *◊

Educational Psychology M .S . *

Higher Education M .Ed . *

Kinesiology M .S .

Recreation, Event and Sport Management M .S . ◊

Special Education M .Ed . *

Teaching M .Ed . *

College of Engineering

Artificial Intelligence M .S .

Biomedical Engineering M .S .

Computer Engineering M .S .

Computer Science M .S .

Cybersecurity M .S .

Data Engineering M .S .

Electrical Engineering M .S .

Engineering Management M .S .

Engineering Technology M .S .

Materials Science and Engineering M .S .

Mechanical and Energy Engineering M .S .

College of Health and Public Service

Applied Behavior Analysis M .S .

Behavior Analysis M .A .*

Criminal Justice M .S . *

Emergency Management and Disaster Services M .S .

Health Services Administration M .S . *◊

Public Administration M .P .A .

Rehabilitation Counseling M .S . *

Social Work M .S .W . (UNT/TWU)

Speech-Language Pathology M .S .

College of Information

Data Science M .S . ◊

English as a Second Language M .A .

Information Science M .S . *◊

Learning Technologies M .S . *

Library Science M .S . *◊

Linguistics M .A .

Music Business M .B .A . (in partnership with College of Music)

Sport Entertainment Management M .B .A . *◊

Taxation M .S .

College of Science

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology M .S .

Biology M .A ., M .S .

Biology (Teaching in the Life Sciences) M .S .

Chemistry M .S .

Environmental Science M .S .

Mathematics M .A ., M .S .

Physics M .S .

College of Visual Arts and Design

Art Education M .A .

Art History M .A .

Design M .A ., M .F .A . ◊

Studio Art M .F .A .

Cooperative Programs at UNT/ UNT Health Science Center

Applied Anthropology/Public Health M .S ./M .P .H .

Geography/Public Health M .S ./M .P .H .

Toulouse Graduate School

Advanced Data Analytics M .S . *◊

Interdisciplinary Studies M .A ., M .S . *◊

College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

Applied Anthropology M .A ., M .S . *

Communication Studies M .A ., M .S .

Creative Writing M .A .

Documentary Production and Studies M .F .A .

Economics M .S .

English M .A .

French M .A .

Geography M .S .

History M .A ., M .S .

International Studies M .A .

Media Industry and Critical Studies M .A .

Philosophy M .A .

Political Science M .A ., M .S .

Professional and Technical Communication M .A .

Sociology M .A ., M .S .

Spanish M .A .

Women’s and Gender Studies M .A .

Frank W. and Sue Mayborn School of Journalism

Digital Communication Analytics M .S . *

Journalism M .A ., M .J .

College of Merchandising, Hospitality and Tourism

Hospitality Management M .S . *

International Sustainable Tourism M .S .

Merchandising M .S . *

College of Music

Jazz Studies M .M .

Music M .A .

Music Education M .M .Ed .

Performance M .M .

G. Brint Ryan College of Business

Accounting M .S .

Business Analytics M .B .A ., M .S . ◊

Business Administration M .B .A . *◊ Eleven concentrations available, many online

Information Systems M .S .

Finance M .S .

Management M .B .A . (full-time cohort)◊

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DOCTORAL PROGRAMSCollege of Education

Counseling Ph .D .

Curriculum and Instruction Ph .D .

Curriculum Studies

Early Childhood Studies

Language and Literacy Studies

Educational Leadership Ed .D ., Ph .D . ◊

Educational Psychology Ph .D .

Gifted and Talented

Human Development and Family Science

Psychological Aspects of Sports and Exercise

Research, Measurementand Statistics

Sport Pedagogy and Motor Behavior

Higher Education Ed .D ., Ph .D .

Special Education Ph .D .

Autism Intervention

Emotional/Behavioral Disorders

Mild/Moderate Disabilities

College of Engineering

Computer Science and Engineering Ph .D .

Electrical Engineering Ph .D .

Materials Science and Engineering Ph .D . ∆

Mechanical and Energy Engineering Ph .D . ∆

∆ Concentrations in Biomedical Engineering, among others

College of Health and Public Service

Audiology Au .D .

Health Services Research Ph .D .

Applied Gerontology

Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology

Rehabilitation Science

Public Administration and Management Ph .D .

College of Information

Information Science Ph .D .

Consumer Behavior and Experience Management

Cybersecurity

Data Science

Geospatial Information Science

Health Informatics

Journalism

Linguistics

Learning Technologies Ph .D . *

College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

English Ph .D .

Creative Writing

History Ph .D .

Body, Place and Identity

European History

Military History

U .S . History

World History

Philosophy Ph .D .

Political Science Ph .D .

Psychology

Behavioral Science Ph .D .

Clinical Psychology Ph .D .

Counseling Psychology Ph .D .

Sociology Ph .D .

Comparative and Global Sociology

Health and Aging

Social Stratification

College of Music

Music Ph .D .

Composition

Ethnomusicology

Musicology

Music Theory

Music Education Ph .D .

Performance D .M .A .

Conducting

Instrumental

Jazz Studies

Keyboard

Voice

G. Brint Ryan College of Business

Business Ph .D .

Accounting

Business Information Assurance

Finance

Information Systems

Logistics

Management

Management Science

Marketing

College of Science

Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Ph .D .

Biology Ph .D .

Exercise Physiology

Chemistry Ph .D .

Analytical Chemistry

Inorganic Chemistry

Organic Chemistry

Physical Chemistry

Environmental Science Ph .D .

Ecology and Conservation Biology

Geoscience

Human Ecology

Science Education Research

Toxicology

Mathematics Ph .D .

Physics Ph .D .

Nuclear/Atomic

Solid State

Theoretical

College of Visual Arts and Design

Art Education Ph .D .

ONLINE DEGREES FOR GAME CHANGERS

Your Future in Analytics

Break into the competitive field of big data and make yourself more valuable to employers . UNT offers online degrees in the multidimensional field of analytics, from Digital Communications to Supply Chain, among others . Our fully online M .S . in Advanced Data Analytics is ranked 17th in the U .S .

Learn more gograd.unt.edu/analytics

Business Beyond the Field

UNT and the Dallas Cowboys have combined their expertise to create a fully online professional M .B .A . program in Sport Entertainment Management . The program provides students the opportunity to become thought leaders in the business world alongside Forbes' most valuable sports franchise in the world .

Learn moregograd.unt.edu/mbasport

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* Programs that are completely online or have an online option ◊ Course options at UNT at Frisco

UNT AT FRISCORecession-proof your future with creative, career-minded degree options and a campus-wide focus on professional partnerships — deep in the heart of Frisco, Texas, a hub for industry and advancement .

In-demand options are available in careers that are here to stay like Business Analytics, Educational Leadership and multiple M .B .A . programs including Marketing and Management .

LEARN MOREgograd.unt.edu/frisco

• Ranked a Top 25 Best Online School by BestCollegeReviews.org

• More than 80 online program options, many nationally ranked

• Graduate Academic Certificates offered in leading-edge specializations

Learn moregograd.unt.edu/online

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Joshua Lopez

Ph.D. student, History

The inaugural recipient of the Julia Child Foundation for Gastronomy and Culinary Arts Fellowship, he's exploring the unique relationships people have with food, specifically those who identify as queer and Chicanx/Latinx .

Alisa Coffey

D.M.A. student, Harp Performance

As a doctoral candidate in UNT’s renowned Music Arts program and the principal harpist in the Arkansas Symphony, Alisa’s talents have been recognized by the Israel International Harp Competition, CNN and The Washington Post . Her research in the Suzuki method and other memorization techniques promotes making musical training more accessible to children .

YOUR RESEARCH IN ACTION

JOIN OUR STANDOUT STUDENTS

Join our family of award-winning innovators. At UNT, you’ll have

access to top researchers and industry-changing interdisciplinary

research. From developing new autonomous mobility systems

through the Center for Integrated Intelligent Mobility Systems

to engineering crops that treat neurological disorders through

the BioDiscovery Institute, your opportunities to change the

world are limitless .

LEARN MORE AT gograd.unt.edu/research.

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22 IMPRESSIVE RESEARCH CENTERS AND INSTITUTESCENTER FOR PLAY THERAPY

The largest play therapy training program in

the world, attracting graduate students from

all 50 states, as well as Canada, Mexico, China

and other countries

CASTLEBERRY PEACE INSTITUTE

The only peace science regional institute

in the southern U .S .

MURPHY CENTER FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND INNOVATION

UNT’s new sustainable business platform

and startup incubator, connecting

entrepreneurial ventures with industry

leaders and corporate partners

CREATIVE SOLUTIONS ACROSS DISCIPLINESStudying AIR POLLUTANT EFFECTS on

cardiovascular disease and obesity » Biochemistry; Biomedical Engineering; Kinesiology

Using BIG DATA ANALYSIS and logistics

research to support a sustainable global

economy» Marketing, Logistics and Supply Chain Management;

Computer Science and Engineering

Combining ARTS AND SCIENCE by

photographing bird feathers to measure

biomonitors» Geography; Photography; Biology

STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITIESBUSINESS LEADERSHIP BUILDING

Certified LEED Gold for sustainability, and

home to the Jim McNatt Institute for Logistics

Research and the Complex Logistics Systems

Laboratory, among others

CENTER FOR AGILE AND ADAPTIVE ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING

Newly established with $10 million in funding

from the Texas Legislature, and part of one

of the nation's most advanced university

research facilities for materials processing

and additive manufacturing

xREZ ART + SCIENCE LAB

This unique interdisciplinary lab combines researchers from computer science, media arts, music, psychology and other areas, with projects from 3D data segmentation to the integration of art, machine-learning and music.

CANCER TREATMENT AND DETECTION

Cancer-fighting research is conducted across disciplines, from finding a new protein in one of the deadliest types of breast cancer to pioneering studies of ethnicity-specific susceptibility to certain types of cancer .

BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING BUILDING

The world-class space includes impressive distance-learning technology, as well as an Anatomage 3D dissection table that provides virtual reality human bodies for research and learning .

CAPE HORN FIELD STATION IN CHILE The station is the world’s first field research facility dedicated to environ mental philosophy, science and policy .

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TIER ONE RESEARCH UNIVERSITY

UNT IS NOW OFFERING TEXAS' FIRST STANDALONE

MASTER’S DEGREE IN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE.

LEARN MORE: gograd.unt.edu/ai

Thasina Tabashum

Ph.D. student, Computer Science and Engineering

Biomedical AI Lab Manager

Thasina uses machine learning to improve health outcomes and reduce treatment costs for individuals with transfemoral amputations who use a micro-processor-controlled knee .

Photo by Kelly Hicks

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LEARN FROMTHE BEST

PAMELA PADILLAProfessor and Associate Vice President for Research and Innovation

• President of the Society for Advancing Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS), the largest STEM diversity organization in the country

• National Science Foundation CAREER award winner

• Current National Institutes of Health and National Science Foundation grant recipient

FACULTY SUCCESS BY THE NUMBERS

• More than 70 Fulbright Scholars

• 14 National Science Foundation CAREER award winners

• 12 Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement awards

• 8 Grammy and Emmy award winners and nominees

• 5 members of National Academies, including Engineering, Sciences and Inventors

LEARN WITH THE BEST

Competitive assistantships and fellowships are available for you to complete research with top faculty .

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Richard Dixon

Distinguished Research Professor and Co-Director of UNT’s BioDiscovery Institute

United Kingdom’s Royal Society and

National Academy of Sciences member

Anupama Kaul

Professor and Director of the UNT PACCAR Technology Institute

Lead developer of ultra-high-performance

optoelectronics for the Air Force Office of Scientific Research

Scott Tixier

Assistant Professor of Violin and internationally acclaimed composer

Credited in such movie soundtracks as John Wick, Selma and The Lion King

WORK WITH OUR PRESTIGIOUS FACULTY ENHANCE YOUR PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (AND YOUR RESUME) BY COLLABORATING WITH CARING FACULTY SUCH AS:

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DISTINGUISHED SCHOLARS, RESEARCHERS AND ARTISTS WHO ARE WIDELY RECOGNIZED IN THEIR FIELD FOR EXCELLENCE AND MENTORSHIP

1,600 FACULTY EXPERTS

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We work with the best so you can too . The Dallas-Fort Worth area offers

unmatched career advancement options, and UNT offers unmatched access to

top employers . Whether you're earning your degree in person or online, you’ll

make valuable connections through internships and elevated professional

experiences, and you may even land a new job as a result .

CONNECT WITH THE COMPANY WE KEEPAT&T NASA

BANK OF AMERICA PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS

DALLAS COWBOYS SOUTHWEST AIRLINES

DISNEY STATE FARM

FIDELITY INVESTMENTS TEXAS INSTRUMENTS

Discover more about field placement options through your program or the Career

Center at careercenter.unt.edu.

WE’RE IN THE HEART OF DFW, #1 AMONG FORBES' BEST BIG CITIES FOR JOBS

THE LOCATION YOU WANT

INTERN TO EMPLOYEEWe’re a proud partner of the Dallas Cowboys .

For UNT students like Alex Shaw (’18 M .S .),

that meant new academic experiences,

including an internship with Cowboys Fit

that led to full-time employment .

CORPORATE CONSULTATION

M .B .A . students with a focus on marketing serve as consultants for national corporations such as 7-Eleven and AT&T.

EMPLOYERS SEEK OUT UNT GRADUATES BECAUSE THEY’RE KNOWN FOR BEING SUCCESSFUL LEADERS IN THE WORKFORCE.

“UNT students are simply great candidates. They are unafraid to work hard and carve out their own path to success — which is exactly what we look for at Fidelity.”

Mark Pullam, Fidelity Investments, Talent Acquisition

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ABOVE THE RESTJUST 13% OF U.S. ADULTS AGE 25 AND OVER HAVE ADVANCED DEGREES.

Our nationally recognized M.B.A. programs are available at UNT Denton, UNT at Frisco and 100% online.

Learn moregograd.unt.edu/mba

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ACADEMIC SUPPORT FOR YOUR SUCCESS

• Monthly Thesis and Dissertation Boot Camps

• More than 70 specialized academic and professional workshops annually, such as:

» Developing Your Resume and Cover Letter

» How to Craft a Winning Grant Proposal

» Publishing Your Research

• Access to Pivot, UNT’s powerful funding database

• Three Minute Thesis® competitions

FREE ACADEMIC RESOURCES

• Office of Research Consulting, for statistical analysis support

• The Learning Center, for free in-person or online tutoring and workshops

• Graduate Writing Support Center, for technical writing support

UNT LIBRARIES

• Six libraries and 6 million print and digital items

• Dedicated subject librarians

• Music Library, one of the largest in the U .S .

• The Spark Makerspace, with student access to cutting-edge tech, from 3D printing to prototyping software

WORLD-CLASS INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUPPORT

• Tailored immigration advising

• Workshops to help you adjust to American culture

• Tax workshops

• Cultural and identity-based student organizations

• On-campus employment guidance

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CAREER CENTER ADVANTAGE

• Visit us online 24 hours a day .

• Choose from videos and career-building resources that get you hired .

• Learn more about becoming a Teaching or Graduate Assistant .

• Explore our upcoming career fairs (virtual options available) .

On campus: Visit us at UNT-Denton, Discovery Park or UNT at Frisco

Drop-in hours available.

RESOURCES TO GET YOU HIRED UNT CAREER CENTER

The Career Center provides professional guidance and support that works for you, no matter your career interest . You'll gain free access to our comprehensive career resource library and one-on-one advising with a dedicated career coach just for graduate students. You can attend seminars and workshops, many offered virtually, and use tools on topics like perfecting your resume/CV, negotiating

your salary and practicing for your interviews.

As a graduate student, you can also take advantage of free access to Handshake, which is more than a job search engine . It’s offered exclusively to the UNT community and provides you access to events, workshops, and your career coach all in one!

THE ADVANTAGE YOU NEED

MANY OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE.

gograd.unt.edu/student-support

SEE FOR YOURSELF AT careercenter.unt.edu.

EXCLUSIVE TOULOUSE

GRADUATE SCHOOL SERVICES

We’re here to help you balance your coursework and

career goals. Take advantage of a wealth of academic

resources to help you secure the job you want.

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IN A COMPETITIVE JOB MARKET, IT’S ALL ABOUT CONNECTIONS THAT COUNT. UNT’s alumni network is 448,000 strong, with almost 70% living in the DFW area . More than 14,000 of DFW’s UNT alums hold executive titles. You can connect with them through professional and networking events on campus offered through the Career Center, your department or the Alumni Center .

Once you’re an alum yourself, you’ll be able to take advantage of free lifetime benefits such as career advising, access to employment fairs and our award-winning Student Money Management Center .

Annette Becker (’15 M.A.)Director, Texas Fashion Collection

Robert Blocker (’70 M.M., ’72 D.M.A.) Dean, School of Music, Yale University

T.C. Broadnax (’93 M.P.A.) City manager of Dallas

Shelia Samone Brown (’10 Ed.D.)Novelist and executive producer for her

book turned film, Beneath the Scar: Rise to Healing

Hakan Ceylan (’06 M.S., ’12 Ph.D.) Senior research engineer, Netflix

Michael Parkhill (’93, ’99 M.Ed., ’05 M.S.)Former Aerospace Officer of the Year

for the Texas Wing and the Aerospace

Educator of the Year

Telea Stafford (’03 M.B.A.) President and brand strategy director,

Phenixx Marketing and Media LLC, who

has worked with companies such as match.com, Dr Pepper Snapple Group and Dallas

Area Rapid Transit

Jermaine Stegall (’03 M.M.)Composer and conductor for Our Star Wars

digital series and a Netflix original movie

Zikra Toure (’16, ’17 M.S.)Machine-learning engineer, Call Box

Jamie Wilson (’99 M.Ed., ’12 Ed.D.)Superintendent, Denton ISD

2020 Region 11 Superintendent of the Year

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Samu Chakki (’12 M.S.)Senior hardware engineer at Tesla, where she works on the autopilot system for its all-electric vehicles

G. Brint Ryan (’88, ’88 M.S.) Founder, chair and CEO of Dallas-based Ryan, an award-winning global tax services firm and software provider valued at $1.1 billion

IT’SYOU

WHOKNOW

SOAR WITH US

MORE THAN 1,000 UNT GRADUATE SCHOOL ALUMNI ARE CEOss OR PRESIDENTS

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A DIVERSE COMMUNITY

• Designated a Minority-Serving

Institution as well as one of 16

Carnegie-ranked Tier One research

universities named a Hispanic-

Serving Institution

• Home to the Multicultural Center,

providing the UNT community with a

broad range of inclusive events and

training opportunities for 25 years

• International student activities,

including our Annual Thanksgiving

Dinner, the Football 101 program

with UNT Athletics, International

Flag Day Parade and many

culturally based student organizations

• 2,700 international students

from 138 countries

RIDE, BIKE, CONNECT

• Evening-only parking permits

available

• Free on-campus shuttles offering

extended hours

• One of the few universities

nationwide to offer Rideshare, an

online carpooling system

• Annual events that provide

commuters the chance to network

with other young professionals

• Bike-friendly campus, with bike

lanes, a bike share system and

weekly social bike rides

EVENTS AND ATHLETICS

• Thousands of events and performances

on campus each year, many live-streamed

• 16 NCAA Division I sports teams

• 130 conference championships and four

national championships

• Grad School Preview, your free on-campus

(or virtual) open house where you can

meet faculty, learn about funding and

experience the UNT spirit

Offered in the Fall and Spring

HEALTH AND WELLNESS

• Medical clinic and pharmacy

• Optical center and dental office

• Massage therapy

• Mental health resources

• Nutrition support services

MORE THAN ACADEMICSTAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR FIRST-RATE EVENTS AND AMENITIES.

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POHL RECREATION CENTER

• Two pools, indoor soccer gym, and

weight and fitness room

• A wide variety of fitness classes

• 45-foot climbing and bouldering wall

UNIVERSITY UNION

• Live music in the Syndicate

• Delicious eateries like

Chick-fil-A, Fuzzy’s Taco Shop,

Jamba Juice and the largest

Starbucks in the Denton area

• Beautiful campus views from

the rooftop garden, perfect

for studying or taking a coffee break

• Relaxing meditation room for a

quick recharge

MEAN GREEN FAMILY

• Preschool enrollment options at

the Child Development

Laboratory through our nationally

recognized College of Education

• Find trusted UNT student

babysitters through Nest

Watchers, only available to the

UNT community

• Family Fun Nights, so you can

share UNT with your whole family

WORKING FOR YOU

• The Graduate Student Council,

focusing on connecting,

empowering and advocating for

graduate students

EXPLORE OFF-CAMPUS STUDENT SERVICES:

gograd.unt.edu/off-campus

MORE RESOURCES AVAILABLE AT UNT AT FRISCO:

frisco.unt.edu/student-services

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Degrees to get there faster

UNT's online programs are nationally recognized

for excellence . We'll be there to support you as

you earn your degree, wherever you are .

As one of the largest providers of online credit

courses among Texas public universities, UNT

offers more than 80 online program options

including bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral

degrees, and undergraduate and graduate

certificates . Many online programs include flexible

learning options at the Denton and Frisco

campuses .

• Ranked 7th in Texas as a best online college by 

ReadySchools.org.

• UNT’s online M .B .A . with a focus in Organizational

Behavior and Human Resource Management is

ranked 1st in the nation by MBACentral.org.

A TOP ONLINE UNIVERSITY

Professionally driven programs

UNT at Frisco is expanding its mark on North Texas

through its exclusive partnership with the City of

Frisco . The city's donation of 100 acres of land for

the branch campus will enable UNT at Frisco to

develop its presence as the educational leader in

the area .

Frisco continues to shine as a professional hotspot,

and UNT is at the heart of it with fast-paced, career-

focused programs and strategic partnerships . With

the guidance of our supportive staff and leading-

edge faculty, you'll gain professional opportunities

and connections that will help you earn the degree

and job you want .

UNT AT FRISCO

FRISCO

NORTH TEXAS WHETHER YOU CHOOSE TO ATTEND CLASSES IN DENTON, ONE OF OUR CONVENIENT

LOCATIONS, ONLINE OR A MIXTURE OF THEM ALL — UNT IS READY WHERE YOU ARE.THE HEART OF

• Named one of the nation's Best College Towns

by 24/7 Wall St .

• 1st among U .S . small cities for Best Places to Buy a House by WalletHub.com

• Two nearby lakes and a 2,000-acre nature preserve

• 2nd in the nation as a “boomtown” by SmartAsset

• Fun, free and family-friendly activities for all ages

• Named a Music Friendly Community by the Texas Music Office

DENTON, HOME TO OUR CENTRAL CAMPUS

• UNT at Frisco offers

in-demand degrees and

concentrations, from

Advanced Data Analytics to

Sport Entertainment

Management .

• Frisco is home to UNT

partners like the Dallas

Cowboys, Toyota and

AmerisourceBergen.

gograd.unt.edu/frisco

ONLINE• Our online master’s program in

Educational Psychology

(gifted and talented education)

is ranked 1st in the nation by

TopCounselingSchools.org.

• We offer a variety of

accelerated online programs

and concentrations so you

can earn the degree you

need faster .

gograd.unt.edu/online

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Oct. 1 — Free Application for Federal

Student Aid (FAFSA) opens at

fafsa.gov. Apply early for the most

grant and loan options .

Jan. 15 — Submit your FAFSA

by this priority date for the fall

semester .

Aug. 15 — Submit your FAFSA by this

priority date for the spring semester .

Scholarship deadlines vary. Check

with your department and the

graduate school for more details.

DATES TO REMEMBER

SCHOLARSHIPS

UNT offers a number of competitive

scholarships including:

• UNT General Scholarship

• Toulouse Graduate School Scholarship

• Department-sponsored awards

• UNT scholarships of $1,000 or more

per academic year may include an

out-of-state tuition waiver, when

meeting state requirements .

Award deadlines vary. Apply early

for the most options.

Learn more

gograd.unt.edu/funding

ASSISTANTSHIPS, FELLOWSHIPS AND GRANTS

• More than 2,000 research and

teaching assistantships and

fellowships

• Employment stipends available

for assistants and fellows

• National Science Foundation and

other nationally competitive grants

and fellowships

• Travel grants available for research

conferences and artistic venues

Learn more

gograd.unt.edu/assistantships

QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP. CALL 940-565-2302.

TUITION BENEFIT PROGRAM

Save money and gain career-enhancing

experience while you’re in school .

Learn more

gograd.unt.edu/tuition-benefit

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

The UNT International Office offers

scholarships and grants to international

students . Additionally, students may

become eligible for Texas resident

tuition rates by earning assistantships,

scholarships and fellowships .

Learn more

international.unt.edu

Get additional information

on funding at UNT.

financialaid.unt.edu

ESTIMATE YOUR TUITION EASILY WITH OUR TUITION CALCULATOR. gograd.unt.edu/tuition-calculatorTUITION AND FEES VARY BY COLLEGE.

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AT UNT, AN EXCELLENT AND AFFORDABLE GRADUATE EDUCATION IS WITHIN YOUR REACH.

A BEST COLLEGE – MONEY MAGAZINE

ONE OF AMERICA’S 100 BEST COLLEGE BUYS FOR 25 CONSECUTIVE YEARS AN AMERICA’S BEST VALUE COLLEGE – FORBES

INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE

MY ESTIMATED TUITION COST:$ x (#) Semester Credit Hours

®

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PLAN FOR SUCCESS

University of North Texas // gograd.unt.edu

GRADUATE ADMISSIONS CHECKLIST Take an on-campus or guided

virtual tour . gograd.unt.edu/tours

Register for an upcoming virtual graduate webinar . gograd.unt.edu/grow

Connect with a graduate advisor or key faculty in your area of interest to discuss graduate school options and admission requirements .* gograd.unt.edu/advising

Prepare your application materials at least two months prior to your department’s application date . International applicants may need additional time to process documents.

GET PREPARED

* UNT reviews graduate program applications holistically . We consider all parts of the application and supporting documentation to determine admission . Contact your department directly for specific requirements .

ONCE YOU’RE ADMITTED Review the UNT Graduate

Student Success Manual linked in your admission letter .

Attend a graduate orientation session in person or online . orientation.unt.edu/graduate

International students are required to attend international orientation.

Check to see if your department is hosting its own orientation .

Meet with your advisor to determine course options .

Register for classes . unt.edu/register

THINGS TO KEEP IN MINDTEST SCORES

Check with your department to determine test score requirements . If admissions exams are required, submit your test scores to the department through the testing agency .

MONEY

Apply for scholarships, assistantships and fellowships .

Check with your department for assistantship and fellowship applications .

Apply for financial aid at fafsa.gov. Priority date: Jan. 15

Priority date for other awards: Varies by program

APPLICATION STATUS

Check the status of your admission application through your my.unt.edu portal .

GRADUATE SCHOOL APPLICATION PRIORITY DATES Complete the graduate school application by the following dates . Check with your departmental advisor for specific deadlines and details .**

SEMESTER

Fall

Spring

Summer

GENERAL

June 15

Oct . 15

April 15

INTERNATIONAL

April 1

Oct . 15

Jan . 1** Applying by departmental priority dates affords you the most options for enrollment and financial support .

Many programs will still consider your application after these dates .

LEARN MORE AT gograd.unt.edu/admissions.LEARN MORE ABOUT INTERNATIONAL ADMISSIONS AT international.unt.edu.

The UNT graduate application is a concurrent two-part process. All graduate applicants must complete the Toulouse Graduate School admission requirements, but most programs have additional requirements .

1. Apply to the Toulouse Graduate School at applytexas.org and pay the application fee . Send official transcripts from all colleges attended to the graduate school office .

2. Apply to your department and submit all supporting application materials .

TWO-PART APPLICATION PROCESS 1 2

PROGRAM DEADLINES VARY. CHECK WITH YOUR DEPARTMENT FOR MORE INFORMATION.

THERE’S NEVER BEEN A BETTER TIME TO UPGRADE YOUR FUTURE. HERE’S HOW »

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CHOOSE UNT AND BUILD THE FUTURE YOU WANT.GET CUSTOM INFORMATION

gograd.unt.edu/getinfo

TAKE AN ON-CAMPUS OR

GUIDED VIRTUAL TOUR

gograd.unt.edu/tours

CONTACT YOUR GRADUATE ADVISOR

gograd.unt.edu/advising

EXPLORE GRADUATE ADMISSIONS

gograd.unt.edu/admissions

CONNECT WITH US VIRTUALLY

gograd.unt.edu/waystoconnect

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