Dr. Melissa Fogarty

Associate Professor

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Biography

Melissa Fogarty is a Clinical Professor in the field of Special Education at Texas A&M University. With extensive experience in educational research and practical application, her work focuses on improving reading comprehension and literacy among diverse student populations, particularly those with disabilities. Dr. Fogarty has co-authored multiple influential articles on technology-mediated interventions and their effects on reading difficulties in K-12 students. She has been involved in various research projects that emphasize support for Spanish-speaking families and enhancing vocabulary acquisition for at-risk students. In addition to her research, Dr. Fogarty has held significant leadership roles, including Special Education Program Coordinator, where she has worked to elevate the quality of education and support for special education programs. Her dedication to teaching and research has made her a key figure in the advancement of special education practices within her institution and beyond.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

Texas A&M University • College Station, TX

Teaching courses in special education and conducting research on literacy interventions.

Courses

EPFB301 INST210 SPED302 SPED312 SPED471 SPED621 SPED683

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.