Academic Affairs Leadership

Office of the Provost Leadership

Dr. Timothy P. Scott was appointed Vice Provost for Academic Affairs in Fall 2023. Prior to that, he held numerous leadership positions, including interim provost and executive vice president, associate provost for academic affairs and student success, and associate dean for undergraduate programs in the College of Science. 

Dr. Scott joined the faculty of Biology in 1990. He holds a bachelor’s degree in biology and chemistry from Louisiana College, and a master’s in biology and Ph.D. in zoology from Texas A&M University. His original research focused on the American alligator, but he expanded his portfolio to K16 STEM education and student success. Dr. Scott co-directs the Center for Mathematics and Science Education, which has received more than $30 million dollars in funding under his leadership.

Dr. Scott oversees the undergraduate enterprise at the university. During his tenure, Texas A&M has seen unprecedented increases in retention and graduation rates. He has also led course redesign efforts as well as efforts to increase low- and no-cost textbooks on campus. Dr. Scott’s passion is working with undergraduate students. Over the years he has built and directed many different learning communities, including those for first-generation students, pre-service math and science teachers, and transfer students. Dr. Scott serves as the institutional lead for American Talent Initiative and the Posse Program.