Dr. Fatima Varner

Associate Professor

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Biography

Fatima Varner is an Associate Professor in the Department of Human Development and Family Sciences at the University of Texas at Austin. Her research primarily focuses on the roles of ethnicity and gender in family dynamics, particularly how these aspects influence parenting and adolescent outcomes. Varner is particularly interested in the pathways through which racial discrimination affects parenting practices and the academic achievements of adolescents in African American families. She also studies the impact of contextual factors on the psychological well-being of African American mothers. Varner has contributed significantly to the field of human development, emphasizing the importance of cultural contexts in understanding parenting and child development during adolescence and young adulthood.

Research Interests

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
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  • Three letters of recommendation
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Specialization Notes

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