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The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston

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Overview

Founded in 1891, The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston is a non-profit public specialized higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Galveston (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Texas. Officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (UTMB) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (UTMB) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 133-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. UTMB also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Control Typepublic

Entity

The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Acronym UTMB
Founded 1891
Motto Disciplina Praesidium Civitatis
Education, the Guardian of Society
Colours Blue, white and red
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University Location

Address 301 University Boulevard
Galveston
77555-0129 Texas
United States
The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston Phone Number +1 (409) 772 1011
The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston Fax Number +1 (409) 772 5064

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston.

The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)
20,000-24,999 US$
(18,225-22,780 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

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Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's admission information.

The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's acceptance rate range is not reported.


The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Admission Office Admission Office



(409) 772 1215


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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston.

The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston has an enrollment range of 3,000-3,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 600-699 academic employees (Faculty).


The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Control Type Control Type

The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston is a public higher education institution.


The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Entity Type Entity Type

The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston is a non-profit higher education institution.


The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Special Focus Four-Year: Research Institutions
Size & Setting Four-year, small, primarily residential institution
Enrollment Profile Majority graduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, inclusive, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions focus, high graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: STEM-dominant

Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's main facilities:


The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.

The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 67,266 physical volumes, 613 physical media, 89,638 digital/electronic media and 407 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 29 full-time employees, including 8 librarians. The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 55 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

This institution has an institutional hospital that is owned and operated by the university. Institutional hospitals are typically affiliated with medical schools and provide a range of medical services to patients, while also serving as a teaching hospital for medical students and residents.


University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's main services:


The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported

The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1973


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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  • Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
  • Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant
  • Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education of the American Occupational Therapy Association
  • Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education
  • American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
  • Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation
  • Council on Education for Public Health
  • Liaison Committee on Medical Education
  • National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

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  • University of Texas System (UT System)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

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Social Media

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