Dr. Luis Ponjuan

Associate Professor

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Biography

Luis Ponjuan is a tenured faculty member at Texas A&M University, specializing in public policy within the College of Education and Human Development. He holds a Ph.D. in Education with a focus on Higher Education Administration and advanced quantitative methods from the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. His academic career includes positions at prestigious institutions such as the University of Florida. As a bilingual speaker and a first-generation college graduate, he is dedicated to enhancing educational outcomes for Latino males and addressing barriers to their college success. His research interests lie at the intersection of higher education, public policy, and the experiences of underrepresented students, which he explores through numerous publications and research projects.

Research Interests

Higher Education Administration Quantitative Methods Public Policy Educational Access Latino Male Success

Courses

College Teaching Advanced Student Development Theory Policy Administration in Higher Education Internship Directed Studies Theory in Educational Research

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
  • Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.