Dean of Undergraduate Education

The Dean oversees significant administrative functions and leads the provision of services provided by a large portfolio of programs within the Office of Undergraduate Education’s (OUE) holistic student success framework. The programs support more than 12,000 students each academic year, including retention, persistence, completion, academic achievement, belonging, and post-graduation outcomes. OUE consists of 55 full-time staff and employs more than 200 students, and in such, ensures program and staff practice accountability, treats students and colleagues with respect, and fosters environments of compassion, autonomy, and trust.

The successful candidate must have a record of significant leadership in an academic setting, a demonstrated commitment to university service, and a history of undergraduate teaching. This individual must have an earned terminal degree and be qualified for a tenured appointment in one of UT Dallas’ seven teaching schools. The Dean should have the necessary leadership skills to oversee a diverse set of units and programs and nurture a collaborative, team-oriented environment. This individual should demonstrate an understanding of an evolving higher education environment and engagement in national conversations on undergraduate education.

One of nine prestigious academic universities and five health institutions within The University of Texas System, UT Dallas is a top public research university located in one of the nation’s fastest-growing metropolitan regions. Its seven schools offer more than 140 undergraduate and graduate programs, plus professional certificates and fast-track programs. The student body is 30,000 strong, reflecting students from over 100 countries and a multiplicity of identities and experiences. Over 65% of undergraduate students receive some form of need- or merit-based financial aid, and 66% of graduating seniors have no student debt compared to 48% in Texas and 32% in the nation (2021 TICAS report). The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education classifies UT Dallas as an R1 Institution — a classification reserved for doctoral institutions with the highest research activity.

A detailed leadership profile is available at wittkieffer.com.

All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a letter of interest and a CV or resume. WittKieffer is assisting The University of Texas at Dallas in this search. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by March 21, 2025. Application materials should be submitted using WittKieffer’s candidate portal. Nominations and inquiries can be directed to Ryan Crawford, Julia Bradley, and Jenna Brumleve at [email protected].

An Equal Opportunity University.