Dr. Elizabeth Swanson

Professor

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Biography

Elizabeth Swanson is a research professor at the University of Texas at Austin, primarily within the Meadows Center for Preventing Educational Risk and courtesy appointment in the Department of Special Education. Her career has largely focused on improving educational opportunities for struggling readers and students with learning disabilities. Over the years, she has worked with elementary and middle school students who face challenges such as dyslexia and other learning disabilities. Dr. Swanson has led projects valued over $37 million aimed at preventing and remediating reading difficulties. She has published more than 70 articles in peer-reviewed journals, concentrating on literacy instruction for students in grades K-8. Her research also delves into professional development for teachers and effective practices to enhance literacy in the classroom. Among her contributions, Dr. Swanson has co-authored significant texts on literacy coaching and comprehension strategies and frequently presents at national conferences, influencing both educators and academic researchers.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Professor

2008-01-01 — Present

Meadows Center for Preventing Educational Risk, University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

Focus on improving educational opportunities for struggling readers and students with learning disabilities.

Awards

#2025

Dean's Distinguished Professional Track Faculty Award

2025-01-01
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Faculty Development Award

2024-01-01
#2023

Nominee, Diane Lapp & James Flood Professional Collaborator Award

2023-01-01
#2022

Nominee, Hamilton Book Award

2022-01-01

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.