Dr. Tim Ruttan

Associate Professor

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Biography

Tim Ruttan is an Associate Professor at Dell Medical School who specializes in medical education, curriculum development, pediatric preparedness, health care policy, and health care disparities in the context of pediatric general education. Born in Texas, he and his wife have dedicated their lives to teaching in a small town in South Texas, allowing them to immerse themselves in the community. Tim enjoys exploring the diverse food and music cultures of Central Texas with his family. He values spending time outdoors and strives to expose his young children to new experiences across the United States. His academic pursuits focus on creating a robust medical education environment that emphasizes the importance of addressing systemic health challenges while caring for individual patients.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution Introductory statistics course (grade C or higher) Volunteer or paid work in social work or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Professional resume
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Research methods syllabus (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Social Work. Note: GRE is not required for the PhD program.