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Build a multidisciplinary foundation with an undergraduate program in University Studies focusing on Race, Gender, and Ethnicity. You'll explore interdisciplinary research methods through: Four intensive, inquiry-driven courses, Foundational introductions to each discipline, A culminating senior capstone seminar. Additional core coursework spans disciplines including Africana Studies, Latino and Mexican-American Studies, and Women's and Gender Studies. Note: Students in this Race, Gender, Ethnicity concentration cannot pursue dual majors or degrees. The University Studies program offers adaptable study plans to combine specialized interest areas. This interdisciplinary approach lets you tailor your academic journey to align with professional aspirations. All University Studies degrees mandate completing two university-recognized minors, with at least one from outside the College of Arts and Sciences. This program intentionally structures coursework to develop expertise in race, gender, and ethnicity across disciplines. It integrates perspectives from political science, sociology, history, psychology, and communication. Available as either a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree, BA candidates complete a four-course foreign language requirement while BS candidates take six additional math or science credits. All majors must complete two minor programs.
You are an international freshman if you:
are not a citizen or permanent resident of the United States
OR
are not graduating from a Texas high school after three years in residence in Texas (please review Senate Bill 1528)
AND
are a student without college credit
OR
earned college credit prior to high school graduation (dual credit/early college high school)
English proficiency can also be demonstrated by: