INTERNATIONAL ADMISSIONS
READY TO INTERNATIONAL FRESHMAN ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS MINIMUM GRADES/MARKS: Equivalent 3.0 GPA or higher (4.0 scale) *And one of the following test scores: SAT: 1170 ACT: 24 TOEFL (iBT): 79 *Some majors have additional requirements other than the ones listed above. Majors with additional requirements are indicated with a . For more information, visit uh.edu/freshman-majors-ar.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY TEST REQUIREMENTS If you live in an English-speaking country that uses English as a native language, you do not need to meet this requirement. If you do not live in an English-speaking country that uses English as a native language, you must meet one of the following test score requirements. TOEFL (iBT): 79
SAT Total/Evidence Based Reading and Writing: 1170/530
TOEFL (PBT): 550
ACT Composite/English: 24/21
IELTS Overall: 6.5
APPLICATION PROCESS 1 2
APPLY ONLINE
Go to applytexas.org or commonapp.org to apply. No essay required!
APPLICATION FEE Pay the $90 application fee.
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TEST SCORES Send official test scores directly from the testing agency.
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ACADEMIC RECORDS Send official secondary school or high school academic records (transcripts, mark sheets, graduation certificate, etc.). We prefer these to be submitted electronically through your school counselor via email or the Common Application. They can also be sent by mail.
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APPLICATION STATUS
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ADMIT PACKET
Check your application status in your myUH account at accessuh.uh.edu. When you’re admitted, we’ll send an electronic admit packet to your myUH account at accessuh.uh.edu. Celebrate on social media with #OfficialCoog!
STEPS TO RECEIVE I20 1
PASSPORT ID Submit a copy of your passport ID page(s).
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FINANCIAL DOCUMENTS Submit your affidavit of support and bank statements.
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INTERNATIONAL ADDRESS FORM Submit your international address form.
STEPS TO ENROLL 1
ORIENTATION
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INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CHECK-IN
Register for your mandatory Orientation in your myUH account at accessuh.uh.edu. Learn more about the International Student Check-In process at uh.edu/oisss/students.
CODES
Use these codes to send us your test scores from the testing agency.
SAT: 6870
uh.edu/international
ACT: 4236
TOEFL: 6870
LET’S TALK ABOUT ESTIMATED TUITION AND FEES RESIDENT
NON-RESIDENT
Tuition
$10,274
$25,934
Required Fees
$1,002
$1,002
Total
$11,276
$26,936
Tuition and fees are based on two 15-hour semesters in the 2019-2020 academic year. This is an estimate as costs may vary based on your academic college. See if you qualify as a Texas resident at uh.edu/residency.
ON-CAMPUS
LIVING AT HOME
OFF-CAMPUS
Room & Board
$9,368
$4,317*
$9,231*
Books & Supplies
$1,338*
$1,338*
$1,338*
*Indirect expenses, not paid to the University of Houston, will vary based on individual choices.
SCHOLARSHIPS Complete your admissions application by the priority scholarship deadline, Nov. 15, 2019. Some scholarships may require an additional application. Check out uh.edu/scholarships for other University, Foundation, state, and private scholarships. REQUIREMENTS FOR SCHOLARSHIP AWARD CONSIDERATION Academic Excellence
Tier One
$1,000 to $8,000 per year; renewable up to four years; qualifies student for in-state tuition Full tuition and fees each year + two years on-campus housing and meal plan + research/study abroad stipend eligibility; qualifies student for in-state tuition
1260 SAT or 26 ACT and top 20% class rank 1400 SAT or 30 ACT and top 10% class rank
uh.edu/cost
PICK YOUR GERALD D. HINES COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN Architecture Environmental Design* Industrial Design Interior Architecture *All new Environmental Design students should select Architecture as their major when applying.
KATHRINE G. MCGOVERN COLLEGE OF THE ARTS Applied Music Art Art History Dance Graphic Design Music Painting Photography/Digital Media Sculpture Theatre
C. T. BAUER COLLEGE OF BUSINESS Accounting Entrepreneurship Finance Management Management Information Systems Marketing Supply Chain Management All new students are admitted as Pre-Business. Once you complete the required University and business core classes, you’re able to declare a specific major in business.
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION Health Human Development and Family Studies Teaching and Learning
CULLEN COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING Biomedical Engineering Chemical Engineering Civil Engineering Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering Petroleum Engineering
uh.edu/majors
CONRAD N. HILTON COLLEGE OF NURSING COLLEGE OF HOTEL & Nursing, BSN RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT All new students are admitted as Pre-Nursing. Hotel and Restaurant Management
COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES African American Studies American Sign Language Interpreting Anthropology Chinese Studies Communication Sciences and Disorders Communication Studies Economics English Exercise Science Fitness and Sports French Health Communication History Human Nutrition and Foods Italian Studies Journalism Liberal Studies Media Production Philosophy Political Science Psychology Religious Studies Sociology Spanish Sports Administration Strategic Communication Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies World Cultures and Literatures
COLLEGE OF NATURAL SCIENCES & MATHEMATICS Biochemical and Biophysical Sciences Biology Chemistry Computer Science Earth Science Environmental Sciences Geology Geophysics Mathematical Biology Mathematics Physics
COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY Biotechnology Computer Engineering Technology Computer Information Systems Construction Management Digital Media Electrical Power Engineering Technology Human Resources Development Mechanical Engineering Technology Retailing and Consumer Science Supply Chain and Logistics Technology Technology Leadership and Innovation Management
PRE-PROFESSIONAL TRACKS Pre-Dentistry Pre-Law Pre-Medicine Pre-Nursing Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Veterinary Medicine
EXPLORATORY STUDIES Exploratory Studies is a short-term preparatory major for students still considering their major options and for those admitted because they didn’t meet the specific admissions requirements for their chosen majors. Student Success Advocates will help you make informed career decisions and complete your prerequisite preparation so you can petition to change majors as soon as you are eligible.
Nationally Ranked* Additional Requirements *Some programs do not have a national ranking system. For more information about majors with additional requirements, visit uh.edu/freshman-majors-ar
APPLICATION DEADLINES SPRING 2020 October 1, 2019 SUMMER 2020 April 1, 2020
FALL 2020 SCHOLARSHIP PRIORITY November 15, 2019 FALL 2020 June 1, 2020 +1 (713) 743-1010, option 4 uh.edu/international admissions@uh.edu
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