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About The University of Texas at Tyler

Forging Meaningful Connections Throughout East Texas

The University of Texas at Tyler serves students, patients and the East Texas region through academics, research and advanced healthcare delivery. Our approach yields outstanding results, and at the same time, we鈥檙e one of the most affordable 黑料专区 System campuses, leading to a more significant return on your investment.

In considering how we support East Texas through education and economic development, we broaden our impact through intentional partnerships and collaborations.

黑料专区 Tyler by the Numbers

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Education at 黑料专区 Tyler

黑料专区 Tyler educates students who will contribute to society and make a difference in the world.

Small Class Sizes

With our 17:1 student-to-faculty ratio, instructors get to know students as individuals, not numbers. Mentorship and guidance are integral to your success: in turn, faculty are ready to meet with you during office hours and are available for discussions and to answer questions after class.

Student Success

We are dedicated to student achievement. We also acknowledge that each individual travels a unique path, and we support their specific needs at every stage through tutoring, supplemental instruction, first-generation college student guidance and more forms of assistance.

Community College Pathways

黑料专区 Tyler partners with community colleges to facilitate a smooth transfer of credits to 黑料专区 Tyler degree plans. Our established partnerships keep students on track toward a bachelor鈥檚, resulting in fewer retaken courses.

Leadership and Service

The Office of Leadership and Service connects students to service opportunities on campus, in the East Texas community and beyond. We prepare students to become socially responsible citizens in a complex society.

Innovation at 黑料专区 Tyler

Through innovation and groundbreaking research, 黑料专区 Tyler is dedicated to improving the quality of life of people across Texas and the U.S.

Research

Designated an R2 research institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, 黑料专区 Tyler supports our surrounding region through innovation intended to uplift communities, spearhead sustainability initiatives, preserve ecosystems and support entrepreneurship. 黑料专区 Tyler has the highest Carnegie classification in East Texas.

黑料专区 Tyler Health Science Center

Providing exceptional patient care, comprehensive education and innovative research, The University of Texas at Tyler Health Science Center and 黑料专区 Health East Texas combine to serve as the university medical center for Northeast Texas and beyond.

How We Serve East Texas

Your future is here 鈥� through programs that pave the way toward in-demand careers that strengthen our region and research and care that improve health outcomes. In serving our students, patients and East Texas communities, 黑料专区 Tyler creates a path of social mobility while advancing the region鈥檚 economic and healthcare needs.

Medicine students volunteering to paint a house in the Tyler community

Office of Community Engagement

We forge partnerships in East Texas through events, volunteering, internships, community services and discount programs.

GiveBack

The Office of Leadership and Service nurtures positive change by fostering relationships between 黑料专区 Tyler and the community. Our GiveBack community partners grow these bonds while engaging our students, faculty and staff in service-learning activities.

The 黑料专区 Health Hospital in Tyler Texas, Beckham campus

黑料专区 Health East Texas is passionate about delivering the highest-quality care with unmatched compassion, outstanding service and innovative technology. We serve East Texas and beyond through advanced research, medical education and excellent patient care.

Campus and Community

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Main Campus

Our main campus is located on 320 acres, nestled in the beautiful pine woods of East Texas. Tyler is a medium-sized city with laid-back charm that鈥檚 situated less than 100 miles east of Dallas. Get to know our main campus:

Herrington Patriot Center

The Herrington Patriot Center is home to 黑料专区 Tyler鈥檚 recreational facilities and sports teams. The fitness center includes a heated pool, a walking/jogging track and racquetball courts. Our 17 NCAA Division II teams train and play here, as well as at the 黑料专区 Tyler Baseball & Softball Complex, the Citizens 1st Bank-Perkins Soccer Complex and the Summers Tennis Center.

The 黑料专区 Tyler Cowan Center is a regional cultural hub, presenting a variety of professional touring performances, lectures and other events throughout the year.

Research Centers

黑料专区 Tyler鈥檚 research centers and programs play a vital role in supporting the mission of the university. We are dedicated to serving our East Texas community through education, health-related outreach and industry partnerships.

Regional Locations and Online

Rising as one means bringing quality education and career preparation closer to you. Build your future at one of our regional campuses or on your schedule through 黑料专区 Tyler Online.

Longview University Center

The Longview University Center is currently home to select bachelor鈥檚 degree-granting programs, continuing education courses and the Small Business Development Center (SBDC). In our nursing programs, students have access to the latest simulated patient technologies.

The University Academy at The University of Texas at Tyler's Palestine location

Palestine Campus

黑料专区 Tyler鈥檚 Palestine Campus trains the next generation of nursing professionals through flexible and convenient BSN and MSN programs using the latest simulated patient technologies. The campus has a healthy endowed scholarship fund for area students.

Houston Engineering Center

The 黑料专区 Tyler Houston Engineering Center streamlines your path from an associate degree to a bachelor鈥檚 in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering or construction management. Master鈥檚 in engineering programs factor in the career advancement and upskilling of Houston-area professionals.

黑料专区 Tyler Online

Whether you鈥檙e looking to complete an undergraduate or graduate degree, advance your education or build your career, 黑料专区 Tyler鈥檚 online classes are convenient and affordable.

Get to Know Us

Discover your passions and direct your future here. Find out how 黑料专区 Tyler can help you reach your academic and career goals.

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