Need help?

Call us at (361) 593-3352 or (361) 593-2430

 

Looking for the following Information?  Scroll down below. 

1. Application Process
2. Admission Status
3. After Acceptance
4. Transfer Credits
5. Important Dates
6. Practicum
7. Degree Planning
8. Course Load & Overload
9. Key Contacts
10. Graduation
11. Returning Students

 

1. Application Process

How do I apply and what happens after I submit my application?

• Apply at: ApplyTexas
• You’ll receive a K0 number and an Application ID in 1–2 days.
• Pay your application fee: Click here to pay
• Use your K0 for communication, library access, and registration.

 

2. Admission Status

I applied but haven’t heard back. What should I check?

Ensure your file includes:

• All official transcripts (from every school attended)
• Personal statement
• Resume
  🔗 Upload Instructions & Program Page

3. After Acceptance: Next Steps

Do I need to contact the Program Coordinator?

No. Instead, follow these steps:

1.  Access JNet & Email

• Wait for your ku# (check your email).
• If not received, call ITS: 361-593-4357.
  🔗 More on JNet Access

2.  Register for Courses

Start with:

• EDCG 5310 – Intro
• EDCG 5339 – Human Growth
• EDCG 5321 – Abnormal Behavior
  Alternatives:
• EDCG 5315 – Ethics
• EDCG 5347 – Multicultural
• EDCG 5311 – Theories
  🔗 Add/Drop Instructions

     Holds?

• Old department hold: Call Registrar – (361) 593-2811
• Prerequisite hold: Email Samantha LaRue – samantha.larue@tamuk.edu

3.  Join the Teams Channel

Request access via TAMUK email: samantha.larue@tamuk.edu
Includes:

• Group Advising
• Practicum/Internship info
  🔗 About CPCE Exam

4.  Orientation

Dates & link are posted in Teams only.

 

4. Transfer Credits

How do I get my previous courses evaluated?

• Email your assigned faculty advisor with syllabi.
• CC samantha.larue@tamuk.edu

Faculty Advisor by Last Name:

• A–F: evelyne.fitzgerald@tamuk.edu
• G–L: kristopher.garza@tamuk.edu
• M–Q: ya-wen.liang@tamuk.edu
• R–Z: steve.bain@tamuk.edu

 

5. Important Dates

Check the Academic Calendar for:

• Registration deadlines
• Add/drop deadlines
• Withdrawal dates

 

6. Practicum

Do I find my own practicum site?

Yes. Attend a Group Advising session via Teams with:

Dr. Evelyne Fitzgerald – evelyne.fitzgerald@tamuk.edu

 

7. Degree Planning

• Monitor your progress using DegreeWorks
• If admitted before Fall 2024, update your plan manually:
  🔗 Update Degree Plan Instructions

 

8. Course Load & Overload

What’s full-time?

• Fall/Spring: 3 courses
• Summer: 2 courses

Can I take more?

• Yes (not recommended unless no job/family duties)
• Submit this Overload Request Form

 

9. Key Contacts

Contact information

Role	Contact
Graduate Coordinator	Dr. Lorena Albaran-Rosenbaum 📧 lorena.albaran-rosenbaum@tamuk.edu
Department Chair	Dr. Kelly Hall📧 kelly.hall@tamuk.edu
Dean of Graduate Studies	Dr. Darin Hoskisson📧 darin.hoskisson@tamuk.edu
Registrar’s Office	📧 registrar@tamuk.edu📞 (361) 593-2811

 

10. Graduation

When and how do I apply for graduation?

Apply before classes begin for your graduation term.

🔗 Graduation Application & Info

Degree plan not updated (pre-Fall 2024)?

🔗 Update Degree Plan Instructions

Need help? Call Jennifer Garcia – (361) 593-4697

 

11. Returning for Exam Prep

Taking courses for School Counseling or LPC prep only?

Contact your faculty advisor (see section #4 Transfer Credits).