Dr. David Dye

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Biography

David W. Dye is the Assistant Vice President for Professional Schools & Programs and the Assistant Dean for Graduate Programs at Texas A&M University School of Law, where he also serves as a Senior Lecturer. He oversees Master of Laws (LL.M.) and Master of Legal Studies (MLS) programs, contributing to significant enrollment growth and curriculum development. Prior to joining Texas A&M, he was the Director of Graduate International Programs at the University of Oklahoma College of Law, where he created multiple online hybrid Master's programs. Dye holds a Juris Doctor and a Master of Library and Information Studies from the University of Oklahoma, and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, magna cum laude, from the University of Texas at Arlington. His contributions to legal education have garnered national recognition, particularly in extending access to legal education for non-lawyers and enhancing the legal professions through innovative program designs. Furthermore, he has presented his expertise at national conferences, advocating for the advancement of legal education. He is also a veteran of the U.S. Army National Guard, bringing practical experience to his academic roles.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Vice President Professional Schools & Programs

2025-02-01 — Present

Texas A&M University School of Law • College Station, TX

Assistant Dean Graduate Programs

2019-07-01 — Present

Texas A&M University School of Law • College Station, TX

Director, Graduate International Programs

2013-02-01 — 2019-07-01

University of Oklahoma, College of Law • Norman, OK

Adjunct Professor

2010-01-01 — 2015-12-31

Oklahoma State University • Stillwater, OK

Paralegal, Appellate Division

2010-01-01 — 2011-01-01

Department of Justice, U.S. Attorney’s Office • Oklahoma City, OK

Research Assistant

2007-01-01 — 2010-01-01

University of Oklahoma College of Law • Norman, OK

Paralegal

2001-01-01 — 2007-01-01

United States Army National Guard, 372nd FSB • Oklahoma

Awards

#2024

Aggies Challenge Coin

2024-01-01
#2017

Certificate of Achievement, OU Leadership Council

2017-01-01
#2011

Effective Appellate Brief Writing

2011-01-01
#2009

Order of Solicitors, Phi Delta Phi International Legal Honor Society

2009-01-01
#2008

Dean’s List

2008-01-01
#2006

Magna Cum Laude

2006-01-01

Requirements for Texas A&M University School of Law

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school in the United States or a first law degree (JD, LLB, or baccalaureate equivalent) from home country.
Application Checklist
  • Texas A&M Graduate CAS application
  • Official Transcripts
  • Descriptive Résumé
  • Statement of Interest
  • Two Letters of Recommendation (Optional)
  • Character and Fitness Addendum (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Offers specialized tracks including Intellectual Property and customizable options; available in-residence and online.