UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON (UH)
- 212 E. Cullen Building
- Houston, TX 77204
- OPEID College Code: 00365200
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- General Phone: (713) 743-1000
- Chancellor/President: Dr. Renu Khator
- Type: Public, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Doctoral - Research & Professional
- Local Area: Large City
- Student Enrollment: 37,000
- College Alias: UH
- College Mascot: Cougars
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The University of Houston is a leading public research university located in Houston, Texas - the nation's fourth largest city. It has nearly 300 undergraduate and graduate academic programs that include both online and on campus courses.
The university is situated on a 667-acre campus in the center of the downtown area of Houston. The campus is very green, with open spaces of manicured lawns and landscaped parks highlighted with many fountains and sculptures.
Research is a major interest and highlight at the University of Houston, with the faculty and students in every department conducting research through its 40 research centers.
The University of Houston (UH) is part of the University of Houston System (UHS), which is a group of six public institutions of higher learning (four universities and two teaching centers) in the Houston area. They share common goals and are governed by a Board of Regents.
History
The University of Houston was founded in 1927, but didn't officially take the name "University of Houston" until 1934. It moved to its permanent campus in 1939, and became a state institution in 1963. In 1977, the school joined the University of Houston System.
Academics
The University's academic calendar follows the semester system, with fall and spring semesters as well as a summer session.
The University of Houston offers 120 majors and minors at the undergraduate level and 139 degree-focuses at the master's level. It offers 54 doctoral programs and three professional degree programs. Additionally, the university offers online courses through its Distance Education program. There are also noncredit courses available through the university's Continuing Education program.
Undergraduates can also choose from several pre-professional programs that lead to careers in medicine, law, pharmacy, veterinary science and accounting, as well as programs in teacher certification. UH students can also participate in special programs such as a five-year dual-degree program, ROTC, Study Abroad, Honors College or the Undergraduate Scholars at UH program. There are also Certificate Programs in areas such as Paralegal, Entrepreneurship or Sales Excellence, among others.
Colleges and Schools
The University of Houston is comprised of 12 academic colleges. Each major and graduate program operates from within one of the 12 colleges. Additionally, there is an interdisciplinary Honors College that provides courses and opportunities to students from all majors and departments.
The colleges at UH are:
Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture
C.T. Bauer College of Business
College of Education
Cullen College of Engineering
Honors College
Conrad N. Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management
UH Law Center
College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences
College of Natural Sciences & Mathematics
College of Optometry
College of Pharmacy
Graduate College of Social Work
College of Technology
Student Life
The University of Houston has a very active and lively student population with more than 400 student organizations and 16 intercollegiate sports teams. Thousands of students live on campus in residence halls, apartments and townhouses.
Fraternities and Sororities
There is a Center for Leadership and Fraternity & Sorority Life at UH that helps students develop into ethical, purposeful leaders. Its leadership development programs teach students to get involved and use self-awareness and critical thinking for growth.
The core values of the Greek community at UH are:
Collaboration, Personal Growth, Community Growth, Brotherhood and Sisterhood, Philanthropy and Services, Academic Excellence and Social Responsibility
Traditions
In 1947 the University of Houston adopted the cougar as its mascot, which is nicknamed "Shasta."
Athletics
Cougar athletics is big at the University of Houston. The UH Department of Intercollegiate Athletics challenges student-athletes to achieve their highest academic, athletic and personal aspirations.
At UH there are cougar teams for men's baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, track & field, and women's basketball, cross country, soccer, softball, swimming & diving, tennis, track & field and volleyball.
Satellite Campuses
The universities within the University of Houston System are the University of Houston (UH), UH-Clear Lake, UH-Downtown and UH-Victoria. The Teaching Centers are UHS at Sugar Land and UHS at Cinco Ranch. The University of Houston also offers programs through facilities at the Texas Medical Center.
Community Life
UH students can participate in one of the 600 UHS community initiatives available that allow students to become involved in local causes such as helping with local education and housing efforts, or assisting local government. The UH Contact Center can provide information on all services and events.
The city of Houston is popular for many reasons, including its lively, bustling energy. It is referred to as "the energy capital of the world." The more than 19 Fortune 500 companies and large medical center located in the city provide ample opportunity for UH students and graduates to find internships and work.
Many Houston residents enjoy the full calendar of arts and entertainment the city offers year round. There are performances from the Houston Ballet, Houston Grand Opera and Houston Symphony, and plenty of art exhibits in Houston's Museum District. Plenty of award-winning restaurants and the Jazz and Blues Clubs add to the busy Houston nightlife.
Houston offers many outdoor activities including more than 150 golf courses, the Houston Zoo and hiking at the Armand Bayou Nature Center.
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- ROTC Army Air Force
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- www.uh.edu
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- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Research Universities (High Research Activity)
- Undergraduate Classification Professions Plus Arts & Sciences, High Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Comprehensive Doctoral (No Medical/Veterinary)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Medium Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Higher Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification High Undergraduate
- Size Classification Large Four-Year, Primarily Nonresidential
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- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $50.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Rank Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Required
- Recommendation Consideration Recommended
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 5,280 | 6,113 | 11,393 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 3,714 (70%) | 4,227 (69%) | 7,941 (70%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 1,650 (44%) | 1,645 (39%) | 3,295 (41%) |
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 3,003 | 91% |
| ACT ® Exam | 1,000 | 30% |
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 470 | 570 |
| SAT ® Math | 500 | 620 |
| SAT ® Writing | - | - |
| ACT ® Composite | 20 | 25 |
| ACT ® English | 19 | 25 |
| ACT ® Math | 19 | 26 |
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- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 77%
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 48% | 35% | 33% | 43% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,171 | $4,461 | $4,954 | $4,019 |
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 6.0% | 5.7% | 4.4% |
| Number in Default | 333 | 344 | 327 |
| Number in Repayment | 5,531 | 5,952 | 7,357 |
| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $6,921 | $6,658 | $6,084 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $6,921 | $6,658 | $6,084 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $13,569 | $13,402 | $12,756 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,100 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,164 | $6,935 | $6,651 |
| Other Expenses | $3,874 | $4,324 | $4,274 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $9,234 | $9,234 | $8,964 |
| Other Expenses | $5,122 | $5,572 | $5,472 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $5,122 | $5,572 | $5,472 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $19,059 | $19,017 | $18,109 |
| In-State | $19,059 | $19,017 | $18,109 |
| Out of State | $25,707 | $25,761 | $24,781 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $22,377 | $22,564 | $21,620 |
| In-State | $22,377 | $22,564 | $21,620 |
| Out of State | $29,025 | $29,308 | $28,292 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $13,143 | $13,330 | $12,656 |
| In-State | $13,143 | $13,330 | $12,656 |
| Out of State | $19,791 | $20,074 | $19,328 |
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 37,000 Undergraduate: 29,298 Graduate: 7,702
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 18,299 Female: 18,701
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 14,510 Female: 14,788
- Graduate Gender Male: 3,789 Female: 3,913
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 26,385 Part-Time: 10,615
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 21,096 Part-Time: 8,202
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 5,289 Part-Time: 2,413
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 3,169 | 9% |
| American Indian | 129 | 0.3% |
| Black | 4,973 | 13% |
| Asian | 7,500 | 20% |
| Hispanic | 7,643 | 21% |
| White | 13,038 | 35% |
| Unknown | 548 | 1% |
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 1,522 | 4% |
| Ages 18-19 | 7,082 | 19% |
| Ages 20-21 | 8,417 | 23% |
| Ages 22-24 | 9,005 | 24% |
| Ages 25-29 | 6,262 | 17% |
| Ages 30-34 | 2,278 | 6% |
| Ages 35-39 | 1,138 | 3% |
| Ages 40-49 | 893 | 2% |
| Ages 50-65 | 391 | 1% |
| Age Over 65 | 12 | 0.03% |
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 4,884 | 4,623 | 261 |
| Faculty Status | 1,331 | 1,167 | 164 |
| Tenured Faculty | 684 | 677 | 7 |
| Graduate Assistants | 1,861 | - | 1,861 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 1,444 | 1,269 | 175 |
| Primarily Instruction | 1,169 | 1,010 | 159 |
| Primarily Research | 96 | 88 | 8 |
| Primarily Public Service | 15 | 15 | - |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 129 | 127 | 2 |
| Other Professionals | 2,110 | 2,066 | 44 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 1,201 | 1,161 | 40 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 522 | 497 | 25 |
| Skilled Crafts | 217 | 217 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 354 | 348 | 6 |
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $88,286 (1,055) | $96,906 (689) | $72,058 (366) |
| Professor | $119,913 (368) | $122,608 (310) | $105,514 (58) |
| Associate Professor | $78,697 (281) | $80,402 (182) | $75,563 (99) |
| Assistant Professor | $77,842 (197) | $80,273 (112) | $74,638 (85) |
| Lecturer | $48,769 (71) | $60,605 (23) | $43,097 (48) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $90,716 (98) | $98,511 (60) | $78,409 (38) |
| Professor | $146,399 (15) | $149,369 (14) | $104,808 (1) |
| Associate Professor | $106,320 (14) | $106,999 (12) | $102,247 (2) |
| Assistant Professor | $89,365 (11) | $97,147 (4) | $84,917 (7) |
| Lecturer | $60,373 (4) | $63,232 (2) | $57,515 (2) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $87,091 (1,153) | $95,600 (749) | $71,314 (404) |
| Professor | $119,908 (383) | $122,591 (324) | $105,179 (59) |
| Associate Professor | $79,091 (295) | $80,844 (194) | $75,724 (101) |
| Assistant Professor | $77,592 (208) | $80,246 (116) | $74,246 (92) |
| Lecturer | $48,802 (75) | $59,895 (25) | $43,256 (50) |
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| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $4,232,743 | $2,619,694 | $1,613,049 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 62% | 38% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 521 | 327 | 194 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 423 | 270 | 153 |
| Baseball | 35 | 35 | - |
| Basketball | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| All Track Combined | 220 | 126 | 94 |
| Football | 140 | 140 | - |
| Golf | 11 | 11 | - |
| Soccer | 29 | - | 29 |
| Softball | 17 | - | 17 |
| Swimming and Diving | 19 | - | 19 |
| Tennis | 8 | - | 8 |
| Volleyball | 14 | - | 14 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $352,434 | $80,521 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $101,010 | $37,486 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Baseball | 3 | 3 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 2 | - |
| Basketball | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| All Track Combined | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Football | 10 | 10 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 9 | 9 | - |
| Golf | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Soccer | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Softball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Swimming and Diving | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Tennis | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Volleyball | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 79%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 65%
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 41% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 38% |
| Female | 43% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 54% |
| American Indian | 33% |
| Black | 30% |
| Asian | 49% |
| Hispanic | 36% |
| White | 42% |
| Unknown | 39% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 12% |
| 5 Years | 32% |
| 6 Years | 41% |
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Arrests | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Weapons Related | 2 | 3 |
| Drug Related | 17 | 25 |
| Liquor Related | 22 | 3 |
| On Campus | ||
| Weapons Related | 5 | 3 |
| Drug Related | 28 | 42 |
| Liquor Related | 48 | 23 |
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | 4 | 6 |
| Robbery | - | 3 |
| Aggravated Assault | 5 | 1 |
| Burglary | 16 | 22 |
| Vehicle Theft | 1 | - |
| Arson | 1 | - |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | 6 | 10 |
| Non-Forcible Rape | 1 | - |
| Robbery | 6 | 9 |
| Aggravated Assault | 7 | 2 |
| Burglary | 22 | 40 |
| Vehicle Theft | 29 | 17 |
| Arson | 1 | - |
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