If you're highly motivated and want to get both your undergraduate and graduate degrees as soon as possible, a five-year, combined BA or BS + MA in Professional and Technical Communication might be for you. At UNT, these programs are called Grad Track Pathways.

What are the minimum requirements to apply?

Admission to the Grad Track Pathway is highly selective. To be eligible to apply, undergraduate students must:

  • Have completed 60 undergraduate hours, including TECM 2700 and 3010 (with As)
  • Have maintained a cumulative 3.5 GPA , including transfer credit
  • Be a declared technical communication major
  • Meet with the department's Assistant Chair (or Director of Graduate Studies) and the Undergraduate Advisor for short interviews
How do I apply?

To apply, you must submit:

  • A resume
  • A response to a writing prompt
  • Nomination forms from 2 technical communication faculty

GRE scores are not required. Grad Track students are admitted to the program after completing 75 hours.

What courses will I take?

After admission, you’ll register for two graduate courses (6 credits) as replacements for required undergraduate courses. You must not have received credit for any of these undergraduate courses. Grad Track students must that the 6 graduate credits in their senior year. To count as dual credit, students must complete all graduate courses withing 12 calendar months.

Contact your undergraduate and graduate advisor to select courses that are appropriate for your academic career.

Do I need to take the GRE?

The GRE is currently being waived for all applicants.

How much will this program cost?

UNT has been named one of America's Best College Buys® for 24 consecutive years. You can use a calculator to estimate your tuition and fees to get more information about the cost of the program. By finishing both degrees in only 5 years, you will save a significant amount of money.

What marketable skills do these degrees develop

You'll learn interpersonal, cognitive, and applied skill areas that are valued by employers and are primary or complementary to the major.

UNT's marketable skills were faculty-developed and approved by employers or discipline-specific agencies, like internship providers, chambers of commerce, workforce development boards, and other workforce-related entities. Learn more here.

How do I get started?

Graduate advising is by appointment only. Email TCgrad@unt.edu or call the office at (940) 565-4458 to schedule an appointment with the Director of Graduate Studies.

Ready to get started? Contact your advisor now for help getting admitted to UNT, signing up for classes, and more.