Community College Counselors/Advisers

2014-2015
COMMUNITY COLLEGE
COUNSELOR’S GUIDE
University of Houston-Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area Blvd.
Houston, Tx 77058
281-283-2500
www.uhcl.edu/admissions
UH-Clear Lake Pearland Campus
1200 Pearland Parkway
Pearland, Tx 77581
281-212-1690
www.uhcl.edu/pearland
The choice is clear.
Table of Contents
1) Office of Admissions Contact Information and Social Media Sites
2) Admission Requirements and GPA Calculation
3) Admissions Deadlines
4) Immunization Requirements
5) Academic Programs and Distance Education
6) Academic Transfer Advising and Hawk Connection
7) Special Events
8) Scholarships
9) Student Services
The Community Counselor Booklet is updated in the spring of each year, or as updates
are necessary. For up-to-date information, please visit www.uhcl.edu/admissions and
click on “Community College Counselors/Advisers” link located in the left panel.
Office of Admissions Contact Information
Rauchelle Jones 281-283-2518
Executive Director of Admissions
jonesrau@uhcl.edu
Linda Hamilton 281-283-2511
Director of Admissions,
Processing & Transfer Credit
HamiltonL@uhcl.edu
Hope Young 281-283-2540
Associate Director of Admissions,
Recruitment & Communications
YoungH@uhcl.edu
Lori Lopez 281-283-2642
Assistant Director of Admissions,
Special Events
LopezLr@uhcl.edu
Jamal Smith, M.Ed. 281-283-2541
Coordinator of Admissions Communications
SmithJa@uhcl.edu
Gabrielle Kay 281-283-2725
Coordinator of Admissions Processing
Kay@uhcl.edu
Enrollment Management Counselors
Siloe Lopez 281-283-2527
Transfer Enrollment Management Counselor
lopezro@uhcl.edu
Fetera Henry 281-283-2550
Transfer Enrollment Management Counselor
henryf@uhcl.edu
Derrick Robertson 281-283-2547
Freshman Enrollment Management Counselor
robertsond@uhcl.edu
Bridgette Baker 281-283-2780
Freshman Enrollment Management Counselor
bakerb@uhcl.edu
Carole Sylvers 281-283-2507
Enrollment Management Specialist
sylversc@uhcl.edu
Liz Musgrove 281-283-2519
Graduate Enrollment Management Counselor
musgrove@uhcl.edu
UH-Clear Lake Pearland Campus
Erica Chance 281-212-1668
Enrollment Management Coordinator
chancee@uhcl.edu
UHCL Admissions Office Hours
Fall & Spring:
Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. & Friday - 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Summer hours:
Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Friday - 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
UH-Clear Lake Pearland Campus Enrollment Services Office Hours
Fall, Spring & Summer:
Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. & Friday 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Office of Admissions Social Media Sites!
www.facebook.com/BeAUHCLHawk
http://www.twitter.com/GoUHCLHawks
http://www.instagram.com/GoUHCLHawks
www.linkedin.com/in/uhcladmissions
Transfer Admissions Requirements
Undergraduate applicants seeking admission to the University of Houston-Clear Lake as degree-seeking students
must have the following requirements:
Semester Credit
Hours
Grade Point Average (GPA)
0-29 hours
30-44 hours
Must meet freshman admissions
criteria
2.25
45+ hours
2.00
All grades earned from college-level courses, including repeated courses, are used in computing the grade
point average (GPA). All courses accepted must be from regionally accredited U.S. institutions.
Also, plus and minus grades are not used to determine the cumulative GPA for undergraduate applicants (e.g.
“C-“, “B-,” etc). Remedial or developmental course work is not used in the calculation of transfer GPA.
Applicants who already have an Associate Degree:
1. You must have an Associate of Arts, Associate of Arts in Teaching or Associate of Science from a
regionally accredited school+
2. Have eligibility to return immediately to the last college/university attended.
+Students who attended another accredited institution after earning an associate degree must have a cumulative
GPA of at least 2.0, or must go through the Admissions Appeal process.
New Transient Student Enrollment
Students enrolling at UHCL in transient status must have completed at least 30 semester credit hours and
must enroll as non-degree-seeking status for only one semester, generally to transfer coursework to another
institution (students enrolling in summer can enroll in both summer sessions). Transients are not eligible to
receive financial aid.
To be eligible, transient students must provide all documents required for admission prior to registration and
be eligible to return immediately to the last school attended. Those seeking to enroll in a second semester
must obtain permission from the associate dean of their academic program and must reapply by submitting a
new application and fee to the Office of Admissions. Transients who wish to become regular students at
UHCL must reapply and request degree-seeking status by submitting a new application and application fee to
the Office of Admissions.
Undergraduate transient students, who are not exempt from TSI, must sign a waiver form. This form is found
on the UHCL website.
Teacher Certification
Students can complete a teacher certification program with or without earning a graduate degree. Those who
have earned a bachelor's degree and who plan to complete undergraduate teacher certification, without
simultaneously enrolling in a graduate degree program, should enroll in post-baccalaureate status.
Post-baccalaureate Enrollment
Post-baccalaureate applicants (PB) have earned a bachelor's degree or higher and are seeking to enroll in
additional coursework at the undergraduate level. Applicants may enroll as degree-seeking or non-degreeseeking.
Degree-seeking PB applicants must submit transcripts from each institution attended and may not enroll in
graduate coursework, except under provisions that specifically authorize undergraduate enrollment in
graduate courses. PB applicants who apply as non-degree-seeking must submit a transcript from the last
school attended, as well as the school where their highest degree was earned.
Bachelor of Applied Science Degrees
School of Business – Healthcare Services
Applicants can be considered for the Healthcare Services Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree in the
School of Business, if they:
1. Earned an Associate of Applied Science degree in Healthcare, or a related field only
2. Are eligible to return to the last school attended
School of Education – Childhood Education Programs
Applicants can be considered for the Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree in the School of Education, if
they:
1. Earned 33 semester credit hours with a minimum of 15 technical or vocational hours in an Early
Childhood Program, or
2. Earned an Associate of Applied Science degree in an Early Childhood program
3. Are eligible to return to the last school attended
Students can apply to one of the following degree plans:
BAS – Educator of Young Children
BAS – Young Children with Disabilities
BAS – Early Childhood Program Leadership
Science and Computer Engineering – Information Technology
Applicants can be considered for the Information Technology Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS) degree in
the School of Science and Computer Engineering if they:
1. Earned 33 semester credit hours with a minimum of 15 technical or vocational courses in
Information Technology, or
2. Earned an Associate of Applied Science degree in Information Technology or a related field
3. Are eligible to return to the last school attended
RN to BSN Degree
Requirements for Admission
Applicants can be considered for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing in the School of Human Sciences and
Humanities, if they:
1. Earned an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited program,
2. Have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 on all college course work attempted,
3. Completed Anatomy and Physiology I, II, and Microbiology with a grade of C or better and a
minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5,
4. Completed all lower level nursing courses with a grade of C or better and a minimum cumulative
GPA of 2.5,
5. Have a current unencumbered Texas RN License (verification from Texas Board of Nursing website),
6. Submit a one-page resume and/or portfolio, which highlights career goals, educational qualifications
and relevant work experience
Application Deadlines for RN to BSN Cohorts
Spring – January 13
Fall – August 10
How Does UHCL Calculate Your Transfer GPA?
Before calculating your GPA:
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UHCL waits until we have your official transcripts from all institutions attended.
We check for the completion of at least 54 credit hours.
Developmental and non-college-level courses are excluded.
Courses you are taking now must have a final grade posted.
How your undergraduate transfer GPA is calculated:
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We include all grades on all academic course work, including grades from repeated courses.
Developmental course are not calculated in the transfer GPA
Courses that are not completed cannot be calculated
We assign each letter grade a numeric value:
A+, A, and A- =4.0
B+, B, and B- =3.0
C+, C, and C- =2.0
D+, C, and D- =1.0
Less than a D- = 0
Example:
Course
ENGL 1301
ENGL 1301
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Semester
Fall
Spring
2008
2009
Grade
D
A
Hours
3.0
3.0
Each numeric grade is multiplied by the number or credit hours per course
Take 3 hours and multiply by 1.0 (3)
Take 3 hours and multiply by 4.0 (12)
Add 3 +12 (15)
Divide 15 by the total number of hours (15/6 hours= 2.5)
2.5 is the UHCL transfer GPA
GPA
1.0
4.0
Undergraduate Application Deadlines and Registration Dates
Spring 2015
October 6
Spring Class Schedule Available Online
November 3-13
Early Registration
November 14-January 16
Open Registration
January 13
Spring Priority Application Deadline
January 17-27
Late Registration
January 20
Spring Final Application and Documents Deadline
January 20
Spring Classes Begin
Priority application deadline: Applicants whose application and documents are received by the priority deadline will
be processed for open registration and will not incur a late registration fee. (All documents must be submitted by this
date.)
Final application deadline: Applicants whose application and/or documents are submitted after the priority deadline
will be processed for late registration and will incur a late registration fee. Students who want to apply after the priority
deadline must submit the application, application fee, and all required documents simultaneously by the final application
deadline.
Undergraduate Application Deadlines and Registration Dates
Summer 2015
March 9
Summer Class Schedule Available Online
April 6-16
Early Registration (Includes May Mini-Session)
April 17-May 18
May Mini-Session Open Registration
April 17-June 5
Open Registration
May 18
May Mini-Sessions Classes Begin
May 26
Summer I and II Priority Application Deadline
June 6-10
Late Registration
June 8
Summer I Final Application and Documents Deadline
July 13
Summer II Final Application and Documents Deadline
July 13-15
Summer II Late Registration
Priority application deadline: Applicants whose application and documents are received by the priority deadline will
be processed for open registration and will not incur a late registration fee. (All documents must be submitted by this
date.)
Final application deadline: Applicants whose application and/or documents are submitted after the priority deadline
will be processed for late registration and will incur a late registration fee. Students who want to apply after the priority
deadline must submit the application, application fee, and all required documents simultaneously by the final application
deadline.
Undergraduate Application Deadlines and Registration Dates
Fall 2015
March 9
Fall Class Schedule Available Online
April 6-16
Early Registration
April 17-August 21
Open Registration
August 10
Fall Priority Application Deadline
August 22-September 1
Late Registration
August 24
Fall Final Application and Documents Deadline
August 24
Fall Classes Begin
Priority application deadline: Applicants whose application and documents are received by the priority deadline will
be processed for open registration and will not incur a late registration fee. (All documents must be submitted by this
date.)
Final application deadline: Applicants whose application and/or documents are submitted after the priority deadline
will be processed for late registration and will incur a late registration fee. Students who want to apply after the priority
deadline must submit the application, application fee, and all required documents simultaneously by the final application
deadline.
Immunization Requirements for UHCL Students
Texas law requires that all entering students under the age of 22 provide a certificate signed by a health care
provider or an official immunization record verifying that a student has been vaccinated against bacterial
meningitis, or has received a booster during the five years prior to registration.
Students will not be able to register for classes without providing proof or exemption for this
vaccination.
The vaccine must be received no later than 10 days before the first day of the semester. Students should
contact the Office of Academic Records for vaccination deadlines that coincide with the semester they will
enroll at UHCL.
Average cost of vaccine without medical insurance is $150
Students should add their seven-digit UHCL ID to the top right corner of their immunization record or
proof of exemption and mail to:
Office of Academic Records
Attn: Immunization
2700 Bay Area Blvd.
Box #86
Houston, TX 77058-1098
OR
Fax documents to Academic Records at 281.283.2530
Electronic copies of documents will not be accepted
For information for individuals with no medical insurance, please visit www.uhcl.edu/immunization for
further details.
UHCL Undergraduate Programs
School of Business
Accounting
Environmental Management
Finance
General Business
Healthcare Administration
Healthcare Services (BAS)
Legal Studies
Management
Management Information Systems
Marketing
Professional Accounting (BS/MS)
School of Human Sciences and Humanities
Anthropology
Art and Design (BFA)
Art and Design w/ EC-12 Art Certification
Behavioral Sciences - General
Communications
Criminology
Fitness and Human Performance
Geography
Geography w/ 8-12 Social Studies Certification
History
History w/ 8-12 Social Studies Certification
History w/ 8-12 History Certification
Humanities
• w/ Pre-Law Sub-Plan
Literature
Literature w/ 4-8 English Language Arts and
Reading Certification
Literature w/ 8-12 English Language Arts and
Reading Certification
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Psychology
Public Service Leadership
Social Work
Sociology
Women's Studies
School of Education
Early Childhood Program Leadership (BAS)
Educator of Young Children (BAS)
Interdisciplinary Studies w/ EC-6
• Bilingual Generalist Certification
• Generalist Certification
• Generalist Reading Concentration
• ESL Generalist Certification
• Generalist w/ EC-12 Special Ed.
(all levels) Certification
Interdisciplinary Studies w/ 4-8
• Generalist Certification
• ESL Generalist Certification
• Science Certification
• Social Studies Certification
Young Children with Disabilities (BAS)
School of Science and Computer Engineering
Biological Sciences
• w/ Cell/Molecular Sub-Plan
• w/ Physiology/Pre-Health Sub-Plan
• w/ Ecology/Microbiology Sub-Plan
Biological Sciences w/ 8-12 Life Science
Certification
Chemistry
Computer Engineering
Computer Information Systems
Computer Science
Environmental Science
• w/ Environmental Biology Sub-Plan
• w/ Environmental Chemistry Sub-Plan
• w/ Environmental Geology Sub-Plan
• w/ Industrial Hygiene Sub-Plan
• w/ Safety Sub-Plan
Information Technology (BAS)
Mathematical Science
Mathematics w/ 4-8 Mathematics Certification
Mathematics w/ 8-12 Mathematics Certification
Physics
Degree Plans can be accessed at www.uhcl.edu/degreeplans.
Please Note: Online options are not available for lower-level
courses.
UH-Clear Lake Pearland Campus
School of Business:
 Accounting
 Management
School of Education:
 Interdisciplinary Studies EC-6 Generalist Certification (Early Childhood Concentration)
 Interdisciplinary Studies with EC-6 Generalist and EC-12 Special Education Certification (All Level)
 Interdisciplinary Studies EC-6 Generalist with ESL Supplemental Certification
School of Human Sciences & Humanities:
 Behavioral Sciences - General
 Criminology
 Nursing (RN to BSN)
 Psychology
School of Sciences & Computer Engineering:
 Information Technology (BAS)
Off Campus Programs
Texas Medical Center
 Healthcare Administration
 Healthcare Services (BAS)
Online Programs
School of Business:
 General Business
 Finance
School of Human Sciences & Humanities:
 Criminology
 Psychology
 Public Service Leadership
In addition, we offer students flexibility by providing online options for a variety of courses within of our
undergraduate programs. Check our class schedule for a sampling of these offerings. We add new online courses each
semester.
Distance Education
Alief ISD at Taylor High School
7555 Howell Sugarland Road
Houston, TX 77083
•
Master’s Program in Educational Management
•
Ed.D Program in Educational Leadership
•
Certificates in Principalship & PDAS
•
Master’s Program in Counseling with School Counselor Certification
Katy ISD Morton Ranch High School
21000 Franz Road
Katy, TX 77449
•
Master’s Program in School Library and Information Science
San Jacinto College-North
5800 Uvalde
Houston, TX 77049
•
Master’s Program in Educational Management
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Certificates in Principalship & PDAS
UH System at Cinco Ranch
4242 South Mason Road
Katy, TX 77450
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Master’s Program in Educational Management
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Ed.D Program in Educational Leadership
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Certificates in Principalship & PDAS
UH System at Sugar Land
14000 University Blvd.
Sugar Land, TX 77479
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Bachelor’s Program in Psychology
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Master’s Program in Psychology
Office of Academic Transfer Advising
Transfer Advisers
Transfer advisers are here to guide students on the path to success at UHCL.
We can help you:
• Select courses at your community college
• Explore possible majors and career tracks
• Identify your strengths and talents
• Navigate through the transfer process
281-283-3068
transfer@uhcl.edu
www.uhcl.edu/transferadvising
Hawk Connection
Hawk Connection is University of Houston-Clear Lake’s transfer program specifically for students enrolled at
a community college in the State of Texas. To join, students must sign an agreement and not exceed the 36
college hour requirement.
Once enrolled in the program, students receive a guaranteed, four-year degree plan detailing the required
courses for graduation despite changes to the program. A Hawk Connection adviser is assigned to each
student, assuring that courses they take at a community college transfer to UHCL. Other benefits and services
associated with Hawk Connection are:
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An application fee waiver
Academic and career counseling provided by the Office of Academic Transfer Advising
An UHCL Hawk Connection I.D. card
Access to UHCL library
Additional program benefits and services can be found on the program’s page at,
www.uhcl.edu/hawkconnection.
To join students must:
1. Be enrolled at community college
2. Have earned no more than 36 semester credit hours
3. Schedule and attend an advising meeting with a Hawk Connection Adviser (required)
4. Sign a Hawk Connection Agreement*
*Hawk Connection Agreements are signed by the student and a designated Hawk Connection adviser during the advising
meeting.
Hawk Connection Contact Information
Ruby Villegas
Academic Transfer Adviser/Hawk
Connection Coordinator
281-283-2640
villegas@uhcl.edu
Hawk Connection
adviser for:
Houston Community College – Southeast
Lee College
San Jacinto College – Central
Guillermo Rodriguez
Academic Transfer Adviser
281-283-2638
rodriguezg@uhcl.edu
Hawk Connection
adviser for:
Alvin College
Brazosport College
College of the Mainland
Galveston College
Freda Yeh
Academic Transfer Adviser
281-283-2639
yehfre@uhcl.edu
Hawk Connection
adviser for:
Houston Community College – Central
San Jacinto College – North
San Jacinto College – South
Lone Star College – North Harris
Office of Admissions
2014-2015 Special Events
October 4 (Saturday)
UHCL Fall Open House
November 8 (Saturday)
Pearland Open House
November 13 (Thursday)
UHCL Admissions Preview
December 6 (Saturday)
UHCL Saturday Campus Visit Day
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February 28 (Saturday)
UHCL Spring Open House
March 26 (Thursday)
UHCL Admissions Preview
April 11 (Saturday)
Pearland Open House
April 23 (Thursday)
Healthcare Administration Open House- Med Center
May 2 (Saturday)
UHCL Saturday Campus Visit Day
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June 18 (Thursday)
UHCL Admissions Preview
July 11 (Saturday)
Pearland Open House
July 23 (Thursday)
UHCL Admissions Preview
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To RSVP for events:
Call 281-283-2515 or visit the event specific websites below:
Admissions Preview
UHCL Open House
Personal Visits & Saturday Campus Visit Days
UHCL Pearland Open House
www.uhcl.edu/admissionspreview
www.uhcl.edu/open
www.uhcl.edu/campusvisit
www.uhcl.edu/pearlandevents
UHCL Admissions Previews
Who Is Invited?
Prospective undergraduate and graduate students.
What Topics Will Be Covered?
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Undergraduate admissions requirements
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Graduate admissions requirements
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On-the-spot Admissions Decisions*
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Degrees and certificates offered
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Financial aid Options
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Online and off-campus opportunities
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Student life and student services
Are There Any Additional Benefits?
Academic advisors will be available to provide information about academic programs offered in their areas.
Depending on the academic program of choice, participating students may be able to take advantage of our
On-the-Spot Admissions if required documents are submitted.
UHCL Open House
Who Is Invited?
Prospective undergraduate and graduate students.
What Topics Will Be Covered?
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Undergraduate admissions requirements
•
Graduate admissions requirements
•
On-the-spot Admissions Decisions*
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Hawk Connection
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Financial aid options
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Online and off-campus opportunities
•
Student life and student services
•
Select highlighted academic programs
Are There Any Additional Highlights?
Academic advisors will be available to provide information about academic programs offered in their areas.
Depending on the academic program of choice, participating students may be able to take advantage of our
On-the-Spot Admissions if required documents are submitted.
Saturday Campus Visit Days & Personalized Visits
Who Is Invited?
Counselors are encouraged to bring students in groups of 20 or less for a tour. Interested students are also
invited to schedule a campus visit on their own.
What Topics Will Be Covered?
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Guided campus tours
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Undergraduate admissions requirements
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Graduate admissions requirements
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Enrollment Processes
Are There Any Additional Highlights?
An Enrollment Management Counselor will be available to provide information on admissions deadlines and
procedures. Students can also submit required documents such as transcripts and test scores.
UHCL Pearland Open House
Who Is Invited?
Prospective undergraduate & graduate students interested in attending UHCL Pearland Campus.
What Topics Will Be Covered?
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Undergraduate admissions requirements
•
Graduate admissions requirements
•
On-the-Spot Admissions Decisions*
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Financial aid options
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Student life and student services
•
Select highlighted academic programs
Are There Any Additional Highlights?
Students that complete an application for admission and submit required documents such as transcripts and
test scores can receive on-the-spot admissions decisions for most programs.
*With transcripts (which will not be returned) and required test scores; MHA/MBA, MHA, Professional Psychology,
Counseling, Doctorate Educational Leadership and international students are not eligible for on-the-spot
admissions.
Scholarships
Automatic Transfer Scholarship
What makes you a candidate?
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Only new first-time, degree seeking undergraduate students
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Must be a Texas resident or non-resident transferring from a Texas college or university
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Students with a 3.00 or higher cumulative GPA receive $500 per semester renewable for an
additional three long (fall and spring) semesters
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Students with a 2.75-2.99 cumulative GPA receive $400 per semester renewable for an additional
three long (fall and spring) semesters
ATS is a non-competitive scholarship. Scholarship recipients are not entitled to a waiver of non-resident
tuition.
Scholarships are awarded once UHCL receives all official documents.
Can you get more $$ next year? YES!
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If you complete 18 semester credit hours within an academic year
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Simply maintain a minimum cumulative GPA that is not lower than your cumulative transfer GPA
at the time of admission
Dollars for Scholars
Who: New Graduate Students OR New NonResident Undergraduate Students
What: Dollars for Scholars Scholarship
Fall Deadlines: Priority - April 15th
Final - May 15th
Spring Deadlines: Priority - September 15th
Final - November 1st
Your Guide to Student Services
Dean of Students/Student Assistance Center
The Dean of Students office informs students of their rights and responsibilities, helps them resolve problems
and connects them with various campus resources. The office provides academic resources to ensure a
student’s success, including content-area tutoring. The Student Assistance Center is available to assist students
with registration, academic records, payments, and financial aid issues.
281-283-2567
deanofstudents@uhcl.edu
www.uhcl.edu/deanofstudents
Orientation and New Student Programs
The Office of Orientation and New Student Programs (ONSP) serves as a bridge to university life for new
students and their parents by providing comprehensive resources and support necessary to make a successful
transition into the UHCL community.
At New Student Orientation (NSO), students are introduced to faculty and staff, new students, current
students and administrative professionals from all across the university. By attending, students gain an
overview of university policies, expectations and available resources.
281-283-2420
orientation@uhcl.edu
www.uhcl.edu/newstudentorientation
Career Services
The Career Services department assists students who are developing career plans or seeking work. Career
Services staff members can provide career counseling, job listings, corporate recruiting information, job search
techniques and resume writing advices.
281-283-2590
www.uhcl.edu/careerservices
Counseling Services
The Counseling Services department has licensed professionals available to provide confidential counseling on
a variety of matters such as academic difficulties, problems with relationships, substance abuse, establishing
personal and vocational goals, and dealing with stress.
281-283-2580
www.uhcl.edu/counselingservices
The Health Center
The Health Center provides minor health care and emergency services for students. A family nurse
practitioner directs the clinic, and physicians are available by appointment. Students can also receive wellness
services such as flu shots, immunizations, TB screening, acupuncture and health education information.
281-283-2626
www.uhcl.edu/health
Disability Services
The mission of Office of Disability Services is to ensure that students with disabilities get the most out of
UHCL. Students should visit Disability Services if they are in need of adaptive equipment and technology,
academic accommodations and advocacy, among other assistance. Disability Services can also provide referrals
for other university services.
281-283-2626
www.uhcl.edu/disability
Intercultural and International Student Services
The Intercultural and International Student Services (IISS) office offers support, leadership and advocacy for
the university’s diverse populations including underrepresented, first-generation, women, LGBT, and
international students. Students can benefit from programs offering mentoring, improved English-speaking
skills and cultural awareness. IISS also supports the cultural activities and festivals on campus.
281-283-2575
iiss@uhcl.edu
www.uhcl.edu/intercultural
Student Life
The Student Life Office is the center of student activities on campus. Students will find more than 80 student
organizations, including the Student Government Association, as well as Cultural Arts programs, student
leadership activities, and Campus Recreation.
281-283-2560
studentlife@uhcl.edu
www.uhcl.edu/studentlife
Student Publications
Students enrolled in newspaper and magazine publication classes publish award winning issues of The Signal
and Bayousphere from Office of Student Publications. To stay informed with the latest university events,
students can read The Signal, the student newspaper online. Students are encouraged to submit their work of
fiction, non-fiction, photography, poetry and digital media to Bayousphere, the university’s literary art
magazine.
281-283-2570
www.uhcl.edu/thesignal and www.uhcl.edu/bayousphere
University Writing Center
The Writing Center allows students to enhance their writing skills through face-to-face and online assistance.
Students can attend writing workshops, work with an NNS/Bilingual specialist, access online tutoring, and
find support for capstone projects. The Writing Center also provides resources on writing strategies, research
assistance and documentation style.
281-283-2910
writingcenter@uhcl.edu
www.uhcl.edu/writingcenter