Regents’ Outstanding Teaching Awards

About the Awards

In November 2008, the Board of Regents introduced the Regents’ Outstanding Teaching Awards for the academic institutions, and the awards were later expanded to include UT System health institutions. The awards are a symbol of the importance placed on the provision of teaching and learning of the highest order. The awards are offered in recognition of those who serve our students in an exemplary manner and as an incentive for others who aspire to such service.

UT System Regents’ Outstanding Teaching Awards Website

Deadline to UT Austin Provost’s Office

Applications close Monday, April 14th, 2025.

Number of Nominations

Each college may submit one tenured/tenure track nominee and one non-tenure-track nominee. Nominees may teach at the undergraduate or graduate level, including faculty supporting professional degree programs (i.e., J.D., M.D., M.Arch, etc.).

Eligible nominees must be in good standing with the university.

Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence through effectiveness, innovation, and creativity.
• Evidence of enhancing student learning through engaging learners, experiential learning, effective use of technology, and adapting teaching methods.
• Successful dissemination of methodologies and innovations to other faculty members within their university and across UT System institutions.
• Nomination packet includes all mandatory information and is easy to navigate.

Note: As of 2021, certain features of the ROTA program have been revised, including the timeline for submission, selection criteria, etc. Please refer to the UT System ROTA awards website for more information. For any outstanding questions, please email teachingawards@utexas.edu.

Submission Instructions

• All final nomination packages shall be submitted electronically to the Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost via UT Box from the respective dean’s office.
• All required nomination documents must be received at the provost’s office by the respective deadline or the nomination may not be considered.

Nomination Materials Required

Please visit the UT System website for information on nomination material requirements. All nomination packets should be submitted electronically through your college or school contact to the Provost’s Office. Any questions regarding this award may be submitted to teachingawards@utexas.edu.

Presentation of Awards

• Monetary Portion: $25,000. Please note award money is considered creditable compensation for the purposes of ORP and TRS and is also subject to federal tax withholding. Transfers to an institution as a donation in lieu of receipt by the recipient does not avoid taxation, although the recipient might be entitled to a charitable income tax deduction. Funds will be disbursed via paycheck following the November BOR meeting.
• Date of Presentation: During the November BOR Meeting.