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Admissions and Deadlines for Graduate School

Your Graduate Journey Starts Here

At UT Permian Basin, we’re excited to help you take the next step in your academic and professional journey. Whether you’re pursuing an on-campus or online graduate degree, our admissions process is designed to be clear, supportive, and tailored to your goals. From business to education, engineering to health sciences, our graduate programs offer flexibility and opportunity to fit your lifestyle.

Explore your options, choose your preferred mode of study, and let us guide you through each step—from application to enrollment.


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Graduate Applications are now open for admission for the following terms:

  • Summer 2026
  • Fall 2026
  • Spring 2027

Application Fee waived for all applications for Summer 2026, Fall 2026, and Summer 2027

Graduate programs at UT Permian Basin have varying application requirements. Learn more about the admission processes for our Graduate Programs.

Steps to Apply

    1. Submit your application.
    2. Request all official transcripts: 

      Applicants must submit all transcripts from their previous and current institutions.
      Transcripts can be sent to the UT Permian Basin Graduate Studies office if available.
      If transcripts need to be sent via physical mail, please use the following address:

      Graduate Studies Office, University of Texas Permian Basin, 4901 East University, Odessa, Texas 79762

      You will need to submit official transcripts from each college or university you attended to the Office of Graduate Studies. Currently enrolled or former UTPB students do not need to request their UTPB transcript.
    3. Submit all Program Requirements: 

      Once an applicant has submitted their application, they will receive access to their UTPB Application Portal within 24-48 hours.

      The Application Portal will show which documents are needed to move forward in the admission process depending on the program they applied for.

      Each program sets its own deadlines and requires the submission of additional materials. These materials vary by program, but may include letters of reference, an essay, etc. For more information about each program's required materials, please visit the Graduates Program page.

 

Have questions about your application?

Graduate Studies Contacts
Graduate Studies Office Graduate Enrollment Counselor (A–L) Graduate Enrollment Counselor (M–Z)
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Graduate Studies Office

Phone: (432) 552-2530

Email: gs@utpb.edu

Vinay Mocharla

Applications A–L by last name

Phone: (432) 552-3531

Email: mocharla_v@utpb.edu

Keshav Ghimire

Applications M–Z by last name

Phone: (432) 552-2530

Email: ghimire_k@utpb.edu

Application Deadline

  • Deadline for Submission of Application: Most programs accept rolling admissions. Please contact our office for more information about your specific program.
  • If you are an out-of-state student, please learn more about which states allow online courses. Go to UTPB's State Authorization page to see if online courses can be offered in your state.
  • If you are an international student, go to International Graduate Studies Admissions page to learn more about the admission requirements. 

Details of Required Documents

Learn about all the different types of required documents that may be included on your graduate application. 

Note: The required documents needed for your graduate application will depend on the program you apply for. Moreover, programs may have specific conditions set for the documents that are needed (Ex. Essay prompts, length of statement of intent, etc.). 

Types of Required Documents

Transcripts

  • Applicants must state ALL of the previous universities and colleges that they are currently or have previously attended on their application.

  • All transcripts must be sent from all of the applicant’s the respective institutions to the Graduate Studies office electronically or by physical mail (if applicable) to be considered “Official Transcripts”.

    • Mailing Address:

      • Attn: Graduate Studies
        University of Texas of the Permian Basin
        4901 East University
        Odessa, Texas 79762

    • Certain transcripts can be ordered on behalf of the applicant by the UTPB Graduate Studies office if an applicant’s university or college uses Parchment

    • Note: Applicants will not need to send their High School transcripts in support of their graduate program application.


Letters of Recommendation
    • Letters can be written to the attention of the “Graduate Studies Admission Team” and must be sent from the respective writers directly to the Graduate Studies office.
    • Applicants can use the “recommendation form” that is included in their application portal to send to their recommenders.
      • Certain graduate programs may not accept this form, and recommenders must include a written letter of recommendation for these programs.
      • Please contact the Graduate Studies office to know if the program you applied for accepts this recommendation form.
    • Note: Letters of Recommendation can only be written by previous or current mentors, professors, or employers. Letters written by friends, family, or any others with a lateral relationship to the applicant will not be accepted.

Statement of Intent
    • Written statement that describes the goals and reasoning for wanting admission into a specific program at UTPB.
    • The Graduate Studies office encourages applicants to review the admission requirements for the program they are applying for as certain programs have particular prompts for this requirement.

Essay
    • Essays can either be completed in the application process, or can be sent/uploaded as a Word or PDF document.
    • The Graduate Studies office encourages applicants to review the admission requirements for the program they are applying for as certain programs have particular prompts for this requirement.

Resume
    • Applicants will need to upload a copy of their work resume, if required.
    • The Graduate Studies office encourages applicants to review the admission requirements for the program they are applying for as certain programs require the contact information of 2-3 references with their resume.

Writing Sample
    • Writing samples are examples of an applicant’s previous academic writing. Examples of writing samples usually come in the form of research proposals, theses, or any previous academic-style essay.
    • The Graduate Studies office encourages applicants to review the admission requirements for the program they are applying for as certain programs have particular prompts for this requirement.

Graduate Assistantship and Scholarship Opportunities

Explore the financial opportunities that Graduate students at UTPB can use to help fund their graduate studies:

Graduate Student Financial Opportunities

Graduate Studies Scholarship
  • The Graduate Studies Scholarship (GSS) is an award of up to $1,000 per academic year available graduate students enrolled in on-ground graduate degree programs.
  • This award qualifies non-Texas residents for in-state tuition during their first academic year of graduate study only (see the savings for non-resident and international students (Non-resident and international students). The academic year begins each fall and ends the following summer. The $1,000 is awarded in $500 increments in fall and spring semesters only. No awards are made in the summer.
  • Selection of recipients is competitive, so be sure to provide any additional suggested documents, including a resume and recommendation letter along with the form.
  • Minimum Qualifications
    • Full admission into a UTPB face-to-face graduate degree program (List of On-ground graduate programs) Biology, Computer Science, Counseling, Geology, Finance, History, MBA, Mechanical Engineering, and Psychology.
    • Students enrolled in fully online graduate programs and certificate-seeking students are not eligible.
    • Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher. A graduate GPA of at least 3.0 is required if the applicant has already taken graduate classes.
    • If selected, the recipient must enroll in at least nine (9) graduate credit hours each semester of the award. At least six (6) of those credit hours must be in face-to-face courses.
    • The applicant may not be the recipient of any other scholarships or a graduate assistantship.
    • Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an award. All students, awarded and denied, will be notified by the Graduate Studies Office via their Falcon email.
Impact Behavioral Health Scholarship
  • Our goal is to grow the next generation of behavioral and mental health providers in the Permian Basin. We want to support our hospitals, clinics, and schools by training talented, experienced, and motivated professionals ready to serve our community as credentialed counselors, therapists, and clinical social workers. The goal of the program is to increase the number of graduates from behavioral health degree programs.
  • Minimum Qualifications
    • Must maintain residency in one of the following counties: Midland, Ector, Reeves, Pecos, Loving, Ward, Winkler, Culberson, Andrews, Martin, Gaines, Howard, Glasscock, Reagan, Upton, Crane, Terrell, Crockett, Yoakum, Eddy, Lea, or Chaves.
    • Be admitted to UTPB’s graduate programs in clinical psychology, counseling, or social work.
    • Meet academic and residency criteria.
    • Only students admitted into the following graduate programs at UTPB will be considered for this scholarship
      • Psychology: Focuses on mental health assessment and treatment, grounded in the scientist-practitioner model.
      • Counseling: Covers ethical, legal, cultural, and developmental aspects of counseling.
      • Social Work: Prepares students for diverse roles in social well-being and client advocacy.
    • There is no application for this scholarship
      • Eligible students will be confirmed and contacted shortly after being admitted into one of the eligible graduate programs
Graduate Assistantship
  • The Graduate Assistantship Program at UTPB is designed to promote teaching and research responsibilities and provide graduate students with valuable professional development opportunities. A graduate assistantship involves the dual responsibilities of maintaining a satisfactory academic performance and successfully performing assigned teaching, research, or other duties. In return, the graduate assistant receives tuition assistance and a stipend.
  • Minimum Qualifications
    • Must be fully admitted into a graduate degree program
    • Must be a full-time graduate student
    • Must maintain a GPA of at least 3.00
    • Complete Graduate Assistantship Form
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Next Steps

Learn about the next steps to take once an admission decision has been officially stated on your graduate application:

Types of Admission Decision
Students Admitted with Conditions
  • Conditional admission refers to the "conditions of admission" that are set by the program/department, which are listed in the admission letter and must be completed before a student's admission status can be updated to "regular admission". A condition of admission to a particular program may be the requirement to attain and maintain a certain overall GPA or to take and earn a certain GPA in specified courses.
  • These conditions for admission, as recommended by the graduate program coordinator, must be approved by the Dean of Graduate Studies.
  • Students admitted conditionally to a graduate program who do not maintain a 3.0 GPA or who do not fulfill the conditions of admission within the specified time will be dismissed from the program.
  • Conditions of Admission can be reviewed in a student’s admission letter.
  • For questions about conditions, students should contact their advisor for assistance. 

Students Admitted Provisionally
  • Provisional admission is offered to students who may qualify for regular or conditional admission but whose application portfolios are incomplete not allowing for a full review and a final admission decision.
  • Provisional admission is a temporary classification in which a student may remain for up to one semester until official confirmation of required application materials are received and evaluated. Final decisions on applicants admitted on a provisional basis shall be reserved until all missing documents are received and evaluated.
  • Provisional status may not exceed one semester. If the conditions of the provisional admission are not met within one semester the student will not be allowed to continue in the program past the initial semester.
  • For questions about the status of their provisional admission, students will need to contact their advisor for assistance. 

International Students Admitted into an On-Campus Program
  • International students that are admitted into an on-campus program must submit a copy of their Passport and Financial Support documents to have a Designated School Official (DSO) process their I-20 form.
    • Financial Support Document
      • Student must submit a completed and signed Certification of Finances form that provides evidence guaranteeing the student's ability to pay expenses while enrolled at UT Permian Basin. This form must be accompanied by documentation supporting the statement in the form of a current letter from a bank or other reliable institution or from the sponsor's employer. (Photo static copies of support statements furnished to meet another university's requirements are not acceptable.) The University has no financial aid available for international students.Additional support can be from family members, a sponsor or government with supporting documentation and signatures attached to the Certification of Finances Form.
    • Passport
      • Must upload a clear scan of the top and bottom pages of your passport that includes your Photo ID and additional identification information. 

Applicants Denied Admission
  • Applicants that are denied admission have the option to submit the UTPB Graduate Admissions Appeal Form. This appeal form must be submitted within 5 days of the officially stated admission decision.
The appeal must be based on the grounds that the denial was a violation of the admissions policy and procedure or the application was not evaluated in accordance with the criteria for admission set forth by the intended graduate program.


Next Steps After Admission Decision Has Been Made
Enrolling in Courses
  • Claim FalconID through your admission letter to access UTPB Student Portal (my.utpb.edu)
  • Reach out to your Assigned Advisor for assistance with enrollment
    • Your advisor is listed on your admission letter and in your student portal within the “Advising & Registration” tab. 
  • Complete the Contact Verification and Financial Agreement Hold (SAF Hold)
    • This hold will be added to all student’s accounts before the start of each term in which they are active. Students will need to satisfy this hold each term before enrolling in courses.
    • This hold can be completed in your Student Portal under the “Advising & Registration” tab. 
  • Enrolling in Courses
    • Students can enroll in courses through the “Advising & Registration” tab in their student portal (my.utpb.edu).
    • Nine semester credit hours constitute a full-time semester load for traditional graduate students. Effective Summer 2019, 6 semester credit hours constitute a full-time semester load for graduate students enrolled in accelerated (AP) programs. The maximum course load for graduate students is 12 semester credit hours in a fall or spring semester or 6 semester credit hours in an eight-week fall or spring term or 6 semester credit hours in a six-week summer term. Students are not allowed to carry more courses in any term that would allow them to earn more than one semester credit per hour per week over the course of the term.
      • For example, during summer terms, students should not generally be allowed to enroll for more than 6 semester credit hours.
Transfer Credit Policy at UT Permian Basin
  • Credit for graduate courses completed at another accredited institution may be applied toward a master's degree at UT Permian Basin. A maximum of six semester credits may be transferred for the student's program and approved by the student's advisor. The advisor must complete a Graduate Transfer Credit Request form.
  • Three additional credits may be transferred (total of 9 credit hours) upon approval of the Dean of Graduate Studies. The advisor must complete a petition and a Graduate Transfer Credit Request Form.
  • Requests for more than a total of 9 semester hours of transfer credit must go to the Graduate Council for a decision. The advisor must complete a petition and a Graduate Transfer Credit Request Form.
  • No course credit with a grade of C or lower may be transferred to UT Permian Basin. No undergraduate course work taken at another university, even when taken for graduate credit, may be transferred to UT Permian Basin. All credit transfers must be approved after acceptance to a graduate program and prior to the student's completion of 12 semester credit hours at UT Permian Basin. It is the student's responsibility to initiate the approval process.
  • Should the advisor and/or the Dean of Graduate Studies not approve the transfer of any credits, the student has the right to submit a petition to the Graduate Council, which will make the final decision.
  • To ensure acceptance of transfer credit toward the master's degree, the student must obtain prior written approval from the student's advisor for any courses taken at another institution after the student has matriculated at the University.
  • No correspondence study credits apply toward the minimum requirements for the master's degree, and no credit more than 8 years old at the time of graduation may be applied toward requirements for the degree. A maximum of 6 credits of approved extension course work, whether completed through the University or at another institution, may be applied toward meeting minimum requirements for the master's degree.
  • Web-based courses offered through UT System Consortia agreements may be governed by specific program guidelines. Students should consult their program head for details.

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