Dr. Pat Rubio Goldsmith

Professor

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Biography

Pat Rubio Goldsmith is a distinguished Professor at Texas A&M University's College of Arts and Sciences. With a focus on sociology, her research areas include Sociology Education, Latinx Sociology, Race, Ethnicity, Immigration, and Quantitative Methods. Her work delves deeply into the intersections of race, class, and gender, examining how these dimensions affect educational outcomes and opportunities. Additionally, she has made significant contributions to the study of sociology sports, providing insights into the cultural implications and social dynamics at play. Rubin Goldsmith has taught various courses, including US-Mexico Border, Sociology Education, and Measurement Sociological Parameters. Her academic background includes a Ph.D. from the University of Arizona.

Research Interests

Sociology Education Latinx Sociology Race Ethnicity Immigration Quantitative Methods Sociology Sports

Courses

US-Mexico Border Sociology Education Measurement Sociological Parameters

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.

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
Verbal
Required:146
Quantitative
Required:155
Analytical Writing
Required:3
Overall
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related science
Application Checklist
  • EngineeringCAS Application
  • Personal Statement (1-1.5 pages)
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. GRE is required for most except TAMU Quick Admit.

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Overall
Required:6
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field
Application Checklist
  • EngineeringCAS Application
  • Statement of Purpose (max 2 pages)
  • Resume/CV
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. GRE is no longer required.

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related engineering field
Application Checklist
  • EngineeringCAS Application
  • CV/Resume
  • Statement of Purpose (1 page)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Transcripts
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Computer Science and Engineering. GRE is optional. International applicants with TOEFL < 100 are less likely to be admitted.

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:95
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • SOPHAS Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics. GRE is not required for MPH program.