University of Texas-Pan American

Associate Member

Location: Edinburg, Texas

Founded: 1927

ORAU Member since: 2009

Member Councilor: Robert S. Nelsen

Enrollment: 19,034 (fall 2011)

Mission Statement:

The University of Texas-Pan American (UTPA) serves the higher education needs of a rapidly growing, international, multicultural population in the South Texas Region. The University preserves, transmits and creates knowledge to serve the cultural, civic, and economic advancement of the region and the state. The University provides students advanced instruction in academic programs offered through innovative delivery systems that lead to professional certification, and baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral degrees. Through teaching, research, creative activity and public service, UTPA prepares students for lifelong learning and leadership roles in the state, nation and world community.

Web Site: University of Texas-Pan American