Undergraduate Degrees
Agricultural Economics (AGEC)
Leading in the Field
The globalization of agriculture, new technologies, nutritional and environmental consciousness and U.S. and foreign policies are creating the need for industries to hire graduates with strong backgrounds in applied economics, business principles and leadership. Whether your interest is in finance, managing natural resources or government policy, this degree offers the flexibility and knowledge base necessary for employment opportunities in a variety of both non-agricultural and agricultural industries.
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Biomedical Sciences (BIMS)
Just What The Doctor Ordered
Biomedical science is the broad field of applied biology related to health and disease. The primary purpose is to prepare people at the college level for productive futures in a changing world.
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Construction Science (COSC)
Pave Your Way
While many of our graduates follow a traditional path of advancement to the top of construction companies across the state, country and world, many others build on firm foundations of their degree to develop diverse careers. Specialized coursework in building systems, materials and methods of construction, scheduling, cost estimating, structures, construction management, law and business/labor relations allows our graduates to enter the construction industry with the ability to lead, problem solve and use innovative applications on their projects.
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Education - Math / Science Middle Grades Certification (EDUC)
Make a Difference
This program is a new addition to our McAllen location. Students receive a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Education with a teacher certification in Middle Grades 4-8 Math/Science. A series of field-based programs and classroom work prepare students to make a difference in their communities and classrooms across the Rio Grande Valley.
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Human Resource Development (HRD)
Getting The Job Done
The Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Development (HRD), a new addition to our McAllen location, is designed for students who have an interest in Human Resource Development in both the private sector and public sector. The degree is designed to provide the knowledge and skills to succeed in a variety of roles in human resource development for business, industry and education.
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Interdisciplinary Engineering (ITDE)
Engineering, Powered By You
Interdisciplinary engineering degree program allows students to develop unique skill sets and specialize in areas that may not be provided in traditional department degree programs.
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Maritime Business Administration (MARA)
Set Your Own Sails
This program is brand new to our McAllen location and brings the specialized yet widely applicable degree to the Rio Grande Valley. Learn the ins and outs of maritime business administration from industry experts and longtime veterans. Whether a student is more interested in the running of ports, working in a shipping company or getting into accounting or logistics, this degree is perfect for driven individuals that want to land a great job.
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Multidisciplinary Engineering Technology (MXET)
Plug In
This new undergraduate program emphasizes mechatronics, a multidisciplinary field that includes a combination of mechanical, electrical, communications, control and computer systems.
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Public Health (BSPH)
Stronger Communities, Healthy People - Our Tradition
Students in this program learn how to create a healthier world. Among other things, they explore health disparities in underserved populations, struggles within America’s health care system and cutting-edge innovations to fight the deadliest diseases.
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