McConaughey to make $6,000 for each course he co-teaches at UT Austin, $12,000 independently

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Academy Award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey is set to make $6,000 for each course he co-teaches at the University of Texas at Austin along with $12,000 for any course he teaches independently, according to his offer letter obtained by mySA.com.

The UT alum has already been serving as a visiting instructor for a class — Advanced Producing: Script to Screen — he created and taught with instructor Scott Rice. In late August, UT Austin announced he would be upgraded to professor status.

According to his offer letter, McConaughey will serve as a Professor of Practice in the department of radio, television and film (RTF) at the Moody College of Communication. The producer is encouraged to "teach and mentor" students in RTF and other areas of Moody College.

In recognition of his professional pedigree and personal investment in student success, Matthew McConaughey has been appointed a #TEXASMoody professor of practice. @McConaughey will continue to teach the #UTScriptoScreen class in @UTRTF. pic.twitter.com/9goKkc6U0A — TEXAS Moody (@UTexasMoody) August 28, 2019

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The letter said they would like to explore other classes that McConaughey may teach or support in the future, adding his offer is in line with other faculty members of this rank and type at Moody College.

McConaughey's initial appointment period began on Aug. 12, 2019, and runs through May 31, 2020. The appointment is subject to annual renewal, according to the offer letter.

The "Dallas Buyer's Club" actor is required to verify his eligibility to work in the United States and undergo a standard criminal background check. As a part-time faculty member, McConaughey will be provided with a UT email address and business cards.

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