UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-DOWNTOWN

UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON-DOWNTOWN

Your FUTURE at UHD is committed to student success Drawing scholars from all fields, UHD s professors are known for their commitment to student success. With a student-tofaculty ratio of just 22:1, professors serve as mentors, and will help you shape your career goals, find the right degree program and build industry connections. 65 percent of UHD undergraduates are given the opportunity to participate in faculty research an advantage unheard of among public state universities. You can be part of a thriving university located in the heart of downtown Houston. UHD is a comprehensive, four-year university that offers an urban appeal to a diverse student body. No other university in the region reflects the dynamic and unique diversity of Houston better than UHD. If you are a student fresh out of high school, an adult returning to college to complete your degree, a professional seeking a career change, or a student transferring to find the right university that offers a personalized and robust educational experience, UHD is right for you. AN INCREDIBLE VALUE Faculty connections You will benefit from the small class sizes, where classroom interactions are lively and engaging. And your benefits extend beyond the classroom many students have found professional connections and career opportunities after graduation through faculty relationships in the industries they represent. With the lowest tuition of any four-year institution in Houston, you will appreciate a quality education at an affordable rate. With private school benefits at a public institution rate, high-quality education becomes attainable. Our alumni appreciate the value of their degree, with less student debt while offering exciting career opportunities and marketable skills. UHD alumni compete well and often exceed peers from other institutions in the job market. Recent research indicates that UHD graduates are the third highest salary earners of any four-year public university in Texas. Cecile J. Social Work UHD students come from 28 states and63 countries 1 2

A STRONG Academic Experience Learning extends beyond the classroom You will find dozens of options for engaging with the community, participating in faculty research on campus in labs or out in the field, and study abroad programs. UHD faculty and staff continually build contacts with corporations located throughout Houston, partnering with companies to provide meaningful internships for you to build industry experience. Whatever your interests, UHD faculty appreciate the importance of experiential learning, offering students high-impact educational experiences that enrich and enhance understanding and knowledge. Scholars Academy The UHD Scholars Academy promotes academic success for students in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields. Each year, 160 students are supported through scholarships, mentoring and education-enhancing experiences. UHD has a commitment to increase the number of underrepresented students graduating with STEM degrees and increase the advancement and preparation into graduate or professional degrees in the STEM workforce. Scholars Academy has been a resounding success, with over 500 alumni from the Academy pursuing advanced degrees, and more than 91 percent remaining in STEM industries after graduation. Scholars Academy has awarded over 3,300 scholars approximately $6,000,000 in scholarships. Honors Program The University Honors Program offers high achieving students an enriched academic and co-curricular experience in a supportive environment. From the summer of their first year to graduation, students are immersed in a culture designed to transform academic potential into achievement. Honors students belong to a vibrant community of scholars with a shared passion for learning, exploring and creating. Honors students benefit from personalized advising, mentoring, an innovative curriculum taught by outstanding faculty, small classes, access to study abroad opportunities and Honors only special events and study spaces. The Honors Program is inclusive of all majors and students are connected with faculty from their disciplines within their first semester of study. Core level Honors courses help prepare students to work one-on-one with faculty in student-driven Honors projects and research within their majors. Each student s Honors Experience reflects individual abilities, interests and future goals. Admission to the Honors Program is competitive with scholarships available for highly qualified applicants. 3 5 SKILLS UHD INSTILLS IN STUDENTS 1. Social Justice 2. Critical Thinking 3. Team Building 4. Communication 5. Quantitative Analysis Not only has the Honors Program helped me grow intellectually, but it has provided me with a more diverse social circle and a real sense of community. Eisha K., Sophomore, Political Science The opportunities provided by the Honors Program extend beyond the classroom. Before the first day of classes, I had already gotten to know the other Honors students, spoken to an award winning author and found a job on campus. Chase O., Freshman, Fine Arts 4

UHD Students GET GREAT JOBS Brittany B. Psychology Hector M. Social Work Doris A. Biology Jason D. Accounting HERE ARE JUST A FEW OF THE EMPLOYERS WHO HIRE UHD GRADUATES, WHICH INCLUDE SEVERAL FORTUNE 500 COMPANIES: AFLAC Georgia Pacific Silver Eagle Distributors BMC Software H.E.B. Stage Stores Citgo Internal Revenue Service State of Texas City of Houston Kelly Scientific Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Farmers Insurance Group Local, state and federal law The Hartford Frost Bank enforcement agencies Walgreens Northwestern Mutual * Higher Education Pays: The Initial Earnings of Graduates of Texas Public Colleges and Universities. American Institutes for Research. 2013 Trazanna Moreno CMO & Sr. Vice President YMCA of Greater Houston Evelio Fernandez Exec. Vice President Goya Foods Lauitta DeMerchant Founder & CEO Fuzion Apps, Inc. Darrin Straughan President James Coney Island We are proud of the fact that first-year graduates from UHD earn the third highest salaries in the state, and over 18 percent more than the statewide average for any Texas public university.* 5 See more UHD success stories at uhd.edu/about/major-opportunity 6

Get connected, Get fit, Develop life and leadership skills while having fun The Office of Student Activities is the hub of all things social, cultural and communityfocused at UHD. Whether you are interested in participating in one of our 20 competitive club team sports who compete against other educational institutions, or any of our 60+ student organizations on campus, you will find something exciting and new to enhance your college experience. Get involved with student activities and organizations Student Life Center This three-level, 30,000 square foot facility features two ball courts equipped for basketball, volleyball and badminton, a multipurpose studio for aero - bics and martial arts, and a fitness center with weight and cardiovascular equipment. As a UHD student, you will have full access to all equipment in this modern and clean facility. UHD is proud to be certified for the G.I. Bill and is a member of Servicemembers Opportunity College (SOC) Consortium. We ve also been named one of the top Military Friendly Schools by G.I. Jobs Magazine. Our Veterans Services Office assists hundreds of veterans, reservists, guardsmen and dependents of disabled or deceased veterans. 7 8

UHD COLLEGES UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS GRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS A variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs are offered through five colleges on the UHD campus. UHD groups degree programs by discipline under each of these five degree-granting colleges. TOTAL FACULTY 668 THE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS provides learning through problem solving and development of critical thinking skills. Faculty members integrate the study of theory with practical applications to provide a reality-based, student-centered curriculum. THE COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES offers degrees in traditional liberal arts disciplines, including the arts and humanities, English and professional writing, and social sciences. The College also supports and enriches the life of the university community through the work in the O Kane Theatre and the O Kane Gallery. THE COLLEGE OF PUBLIC SERVICE prepares students for professional careers in urban education, developing future teachers to be successful in urban classrooms; criminal justice, which instills an understanding of the processes of the criminal justice system; and social work, enabling students to work in a variety of settings for human services. THE COLLEGE OF SCIENCES AND TECHNOLOGY provides quality instruction in science, technology, engineering and mathematics the STEM fields. Professors bring science and technology into the classroom through hands-on research that enhances the student experience. The college is also home to the award-winning Scholars Academy. UNIVERSITY COLLEGE is the entry point for all incoming freshman students and maintains several initiatives that assist undergraduate students in having a successful experience in college. The college also houses two baccalaureate degrees, interdisciplinary studies and applied administration. DISTANCE EDUCATION University College Applied Administration Interdisciplinary Studies College of Business Accounting Enterprise Information Systems Finance General Business Insurance & Risk Management International Business Management Marketing Supply Chain Management College of Humanities and Social Sciences Communication Studies English Fine Arts Health and Behavioral Sciences (Starting Fall 2015) History Humanities Philosophy Political Science Professional Writing Psychology Social Sciences Sociology Spanish College of Public Service Interdisciplinary Studies (teacher education) Criminal Justice Social Work College of Sciences and Technology Applied Statistics Biological and Physical Sciences Biology Biotechnology Chemistry Computer Science Control and Instrumentation Engineering Technology Geosciences Mathematics Safety Management Structural Analysis and Design Master of Business Administration Master of Security Management for Executives Master of Arts in Non-Profit Management - Master of Science in Technical Communication Master of Arts in Rhetoric and Composition Master of Science in Criminal Justice Master of Arts in Teaching Master of Science in Data Analytics (Starting Fall 2015) Students have convenient and flexible options for completing coursework or degree programs at four locations across Houston. Distance education formats include online, face-to-face courses, and a hybrid format, combining elements of online and face-to-face classroom instruction. For more information on distance education options, visit www.uhd.edu/distance. 9 10

FLEXIBILITY WITH you Kingwood Campus Northwest Campus Cy-Fair Campus IN MIND UHD has remained agile in accommodating the busy lives of our students. We know that students need maximum flexibility in course schedules. You will find a wide variety of class offerings during weekdays, eve - nings, weekends and even online. No other public university in the region offers more online degree programs at the lowest tuition rate. Since our students come from multiple areas across the Greater Houston area, we have satellite campuses to conveniently serve students throughout the city. Many students have earned their degree at these locations, enabling them to maximize convenience and free their time for professional or family obligations. UHD has the lowest cost of attendance among Houston s public four-year universities. UHD students come from 28 states & 63 countries Downtown 14% of students take all courses online. UHD Northwest The following degrees are available online: College of Business B.B.A. General Business B.B.A. Enterprise Information Systems B.B.A. Finance B.B.A. Insurance & Risk Management B.B.A. International Business B.B.A. Management B.B.A. Marketing B.B.A. Supply Chain Management College of Humanities & Social Sciences B.A. Humanities B.S. Professional Writing B.S. Psychology M.A. Non-Profit Management College of Public Service B.S. Criminal Justice B.A.A.S. Criminal Justice M.S. Criminal Justice M.A. Teaching University College B.A.A.S. Applied Administration B.S. Interdisciplinary Studies MORE ONLINE DEGREES than any public university in the region and at the LOWEST TUITION RATE 42% at of uhd students take Ilirjana H. Biochemistry online least one course 11 12

TUITION UHD: One of the best values in higher education UHD offers an affordable choice for students seeking a college degree, with the lowest tuition of any four-year university in Houston. You will pay 16 percent lower than the average tuition of any four-year public university in Texas, and our Financial Aid Office is here to offer ideas to help fill in any gaps, including merit scholarships, grants, loans and workstudy options. Estimated costs for a full-time student taking 12 credit hours per semester, enrolled in both fall and spring in the 2015-2016 academic year: TEXAS RESIDENT Tuition and fees $ 5,780 Books and supplies $ 1,190 Estimated total $ 6,970 UHD students have access to scholarships, loans, grants and work-study options. A variety of methods can be used to help pay for college. Funds are limited in some programs, so it s always important to begin the application process early. The priority deadline to apply for federal financial aid is April 1 for each incoming fall class. Visit the Federal Student Aid website at www.fafsa.ed.gov for more information or to apply. When applying for financial aid, UHD s school code is 003612. Scholars Academy has awarded over 3,300 students $6,000,000 approximately in scholarships FINANCIAL AID Average Financial Aid award last year: $6,375 Our Financial Aid Office is here to help. You can find more information about applying online at www.uhd.edu/financial. Our online video shows other financial aid options and can be viewed at http://uhd.financialaidtv.com. Scholarships For updated information on tuition schedules and non-resident tuition, visit www.uhd.edu/tuition. UHD offers scholarships to exceptional students. There are a limited number of merit scholarships available for freshman and transfer students. Apply for admission to UHD by December 1 for priority consideration. For more information visit www.uhd.edu/financial/scholarships. 13 14

ADMISSIONS Criteria FRESHMAN Criteria TRANSFER Criteria High School SAT Scores (Math and Critical ACT Score (Composite) Rank in Class Reading) GPA (Grade Point Average) GPA (Grade Point Average) Level 1 Guaranteed Admission Guaranteed Admission Top 25% (must submit SAT or ACT score) (must submit SAT or ACT score) Level 2 Rank 26-50% SAT 850 OR GPA 2.5 ACT 18 OR GPA 2.5 Level 3 51-99% or No Rank GED Home School N/A SAT 850 AND GPA 2.5 OR Satisfy College Readiness Benchmarks** ACT 18 AND GPA 2.5 OR Satisfy College Readiness Benchmarks** SAT 850 ACT 18 SAT <850 Individual Review ACT < 18 Individual Review Students applying for admission should complete the following curriculum: English (four credits) Science (four credits) Social Studies (four credits) Foreign Language (two English I Biology U.S. History credits in the same language) English II Chemistry (one credit) Fine Arts (one credit) English III Physics U.S. Government (one-half credit) Physical Education (one credit) English IV An additional Speech (one- half credit) Economics science credit Math (four credits) (one-half credit) Communication Algebra I World History Applications Algebra II (one credit) Professional Geometry World Geography Communications (CTE) An additional (one credit) Electives (five and one-half credits) math credit A high school certification form may be required for out-of-state, private or home schooled students. How to apply? 1 Visit www.applytexas.org and complete the admissions application. 2 Submit official high school transcript with class rank, GPA and High School Curriculum Certification/High School Program. 3 Request official ACT/SAT scores to be sent directly from the testing agency to the Office of Admissions. 4 Pay nonrefundable $35 application fee. Individual Review: First-time freshmen who do not meet the criteria above may be considered for admission to UHD by way of Individual Review. Earned Hours of College-Level Credit Less than 15 hours Minimum Cumulative Transfer GPA Must meet Freshman and Transfer Admission Requirements 15 or more hours 2.0 Student must be in Good Academic Standing at last institution attended. For a course taken more than once, the highest grade will be transferred. Developmental coursework will not count in the transfer GPA and does not transfer for credit. How to apply? 1 Visit www.applytexas.org and complete the admissions application. 2 Submit official transcripts from all colleges/universities previously attended. 3 Pay nonrefundable $35 application fee ($75 late application fee after posted deadline). 4 Submit proof of Texas Success Initiative (TSI). Exemptions may apply. State of Texas Uniform Admission Standards ** Uniform Admissions Policy, TEC 51.803-51.809 requires that all students must meet one of the following college readiness standards in order to be eligible for consideration for admission to a Texas Four-Year public institution. Prospective freshman should graduate high school with one of the following diploma types: Distinguished Achievement or Recommended; or Successfully complete a curriculum that is equivalent in content and rigor to the recommended or advanced (distinguished) high school program at a high school that is exempt from offering such programs; or Satisfy the following College Readiness Benchmarks on the SAT or ACT assessment: SAT: 1500 out of 2400 ACT: 18 English, 21 Reading, 22 Math and 24 Science Application fees and official transcripts can be sent to: University of Houston-Downtown Office of Admissions One Main Street, Suite S350 Houston, TX 77002-1001 All electronic PDF transcripts must be sent to: UHDETranscripts@uhd.edu. You can check your admission status at www.uhd.edu/eservices. 15 16

Downtown is our campus The UHD campus will energize you. Our buildings are nestled throughout downtown s bustling streets. We share sidewalks with Fortune 500 corporations, court systems and law enforcement agencies, entrepreneurial ventures and magnificent historic buildings. Far from being an isolated campus, you will find that our location benefits students through opportunities with nearby corporations, civic and social agencies, and opportunities to engage with the industries that rouse your interests. Questions? Contact our Admissions Office at 713-221-8522 or 17 email uhdadmit@uhd.edu 18

Quick Facts about UHD Fall 2014 enrollment Office of Admissions One Main Street, Suite S350 Houston, TX 77002-1001 Phone: 713-221-8522 Email: UHDAdmit@uhd.edu www.uhd.edu/admissions Changing Lives. Building Futures.