Admitted Students
Congratulations on your admission to the University of Houston! You’ve received your official admission letter — what’s next?
Below is detailed information that will guide you through the next steps for orientation, enrollment, housing, paying for college and more! We’re here for you if you have questions.
Admitted Student Guides
Freshman Student Guide
Step 1: Learn more about your academic college
Welcome to Coog Nation. Now that you’ve been admitted, it’s time to review your admissions letter and learn more about your academic college. In your letter, you will see what program you were admitted to. If you were admitted to your second or third choice major, make an appointment with an admissions advisor or your recruitment specialist to learn more about your admissions decision.
Step 2: myUH Account
You received an ID number that serves as your login for your myUH account via accessuh.uh.edu. You can keep track of your progress toward enrollment, check missing items and keep up with due dates throughout the enrollment process.
Step 3: Financial Aid and Scholarships
If you've completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA), be sure to check your myUH account and your email frequently. Additional information or verification may be required to complete or accept your financial aid award.
Important Deadlines
- Scholarship Priority Deadline: Nov. 1, 2024
- Financial Aid Priority Deadline: April 15, 2024
- Apply for FAFSA │ Apply for TASFA
Step 4: Housing
Freshman students are strongly encouraged to live on campus. Rooms fill up fast, so apply as soon as you can. Important dates and details are available on the Student Housing and Residential Life website.
The housing application opens in December, and room selection opens in March.
Students who live on campus are required to have a meal plan.
Meal Plan
Ready to eat your way around campus? Purchase a meal plan.
Step 5: TSI & Math Placement
The Texas Success Initiative (TSI) requires you to demonstrate that you are ready for college-level coursework by providing exemption documentation or meeting minimum standards on math, reading and writing assessments.
We are committed to placing students in the proper math course based on their major and academic background. New students who select a major (particularly STEM majors) requiring Pre-calculus or Calculus may need to take the Math Placement Exam.
Check your myUH account to see if you need to complete either of these tests. For more information about test registration or exemption qualifications, click the links below.
Step 6: Health Requirements
Complete the required health and immunization records to support our commitment to a safe and healthy campus. Submit your bacterial meningitis immunization document and decide whether you need the Student Health Insurance Plan.
Step 7: Register for New Student Orientation
All new freshman students are required to attend New Student Orientation to learn about traditions, resources and steps to success at the University of Houston. You will connect with other new Coogs, be introduced to UH traditions, get acquainted with campus resources and schedule a time to meet with your academic advisor. Attending orientation in the correct major is vital to your transition to UH. If you're interested in changing your major, please fill out the change of major form at least two weeks before your orientation session. If you were admitted or applied for the summer term, you must request a term update prior to signing up for orientation.
Orientation registration opens in March, for all questions regarding New Student Orientation, email orientation@uh.edu.
Cougar Card
Your Cougar Card will be your most important piece of student identification on campus. You can print documents, buy food and access buildings and athletic events with a simple swipe.
Step 8: Final Transcripts
Send us your final transcript, as well as any advance placement (AP), college or dual credit documentation — after you graduate. Future class registration may be impacted if your final transcripts are not received before your first term at UH starts.
For faster service, ask your school administrator to send your transcript data electronically through an Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) system, e.g. TREx (for Texas institutions).
If you can't send it electronically, your school administrator can send a PDF version of your official transcript to us through Parchment or Naviance.
If both above options are not available, your school administrator can mail your official transcripts to the following address:
University of Houston
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
4434 University Drive
Houston, TX 77204
Step 9: Extras
Check out the following steps to be even more prepared for your journey at UH.
- Admitted Student Visits
Come celebrate your acceptance at one of our Admitted Student Visits. - UH Go App
Download the UH Go App, which will be your guide to all things UH. - Parking
To park on campus, you will need to purchase a parking permit. - Wardrobe Boost
Make sure you add some red to your closet, so you are ready for Cougar Red Fridays!
Transfer Student Guide
Step 1: Learn more about your academic college
Welcome to Coog Nation. Now that you’ve been admitted, it’s time to review your admissions letter and learn more about your academic college. In your letter, you will see what program you were admitted to. If you were admitted to your second or third choice major, make an appointment with an admissions advisor or your recruitment specialist to learn more about your admissions decision.
Step 2: myUH Account
You received an ID number that serves as your login for your myUH account via accessuh.uh.edu. You can keep track of your progress toward enrollment, check missing items and keep up with due dates throughout the enrollment process.
Step 3: Financial Aid and Scholarships
If you've completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or the Texas Application for State Financial Aid (TASFA), be sure to check your myUH account and your email frequently. Additional information or verification may be required to complete or accept your financial aid award.
Important Deadlines
- Financial Aid Priority Deadline: April 15, 2024
- Apply for FAFSA
- Apply for TASFA
Step 4: Housing
Living on campus is the best way to be at the center of all the action at UH. Rooms fill up fast, so apply as soon as you can. Important dates and details are available on the Student Housing and Residential Life website.
The housing application opens in December, and room selection opens in March.
Students who live on campus are required to have a meal plan.
Meal Plan
Ready to eat your way around campus? Purchase a meal plan.
Step 5: Health Requirements
Complete the required health and immunization records to support our commitment to a safe and healthy campus. Submit your bacterial meningitis immunization document and decide whether you need the Student Health Insurance Plan.
Step 6: Register for Transfer Orientation
All new transfer students are required to attend Transfer Orientation to learn about traditions, resources and steps to success at the University of Houston. You will connect with other new Coogs, be introduced to UH traditions, get acquainted with campus resources and schedule a time to meet with your academic advisor. Attending orientation in the correct major is vital to your transition to UH. If you're interested in changing your major, please fill out the change of major form at least two weeks before your orientation session. If you were admitted or applied for the summer term, you must request a term update prior to signing up for orientation.
Orientation registration opens in March, for all questions regarding Transfer Orientation, email orientation@uh.edu.
Cougar Card
Your Cougar Card will be your most important piece of student identification on campus. You can print documents, buy food and access buildings and athletic events with a simple swipe.
Step 7: Final Transcripts
Send us your final transcript, as well as any advance placement (AP), college or dual credit documentation. Future class registration may be impacted if your final transcripts are not received before your first term at UH starts.
For faster service, ask your school administrator to send your transcript data electronically through an Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) system, e.g. TREx (for Texas institutions).
If you can't send it electronically, your school administrator can send a PDF version of your official transcript to us through Parchment or Naviance.
If both above options are not available, your school administrator can mail your official transcripts to the following address:
University of Houston
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
4434 University Drive
Houston, TX 77204
Step 8: Extras
Check out the following steps to be even more prepared for your journey at UH.
- Admitted Student Visits
Come celebrate your acceptance at one of our Admitted Student Visits. - UH Go App
Download the UH Go App, which will be your guide to all things UH. - Parking
To park on campus, you will need a parking permit. Purchase one online. - Wardrobe Boost
Make sure you add some red to your closet, so you are ready for Cougar Red Fridays!
International Student Guide
Step 1: Learn more about your academic college
Welcome to Coog Nation. Now that you’ve been admitted, it’s time to review your admissions letter and learn more about your academic college. On your letter, you will see what program you were admitted to. If you were admitted to your second or third choice major, make an appointment with an admissions advisor or your recruitment specialist to learn more about your admissions decision.
Step 2: myUH Account
You received an ID number that serves as your login for your myUH account via accessuh.uh.edu. You can keep track of your progress toward enrollment, check missing items and keep up with due dates throughout the enrollment process.
Step 3: Receiving your I20 or DS-2019 Form
Your I-20 or DS-2019 form (required to apply for the student visa) will be sent after verifying your current immigration status and required financial information. Visit AccessUH to submit the documents required to issue your I20 or DS 2019.
Step 4: Scholarships
For more information about scholarship opportunities, including eligibility requirements and deadlines, visit the Scholarship webpage.
Step 5: Housing
Living on campus is the best way to be at the center of all the action at UH. Rooms fill up fast, so apply as soon as you can. Important dates and details are available on the Student Housing and Residential Life website.
The housing application opens in December, and room selection opens in March.
Students who live on campus are required to have a meal plan.
Meal Plan
Ready to eat your way around campus? Purchase a meal plan.
Step 6: Health Requirements
Complete the required health and immunization records to support our commitment to a safe and healthy campus. Submit your bacterial meningitis immunization document and decide whether you need the Student Health Insurance Plan.
Step 7: Register for New Student Orientation
All new freshman students must attend New Student Orientation to learn about traditions, resources and steps to success at the University of Houston. You will connect with other new Coogs, be introduced to UH traditions, get acquainted with campus resources and schedule a time to meet with your academic advisor. Attending orientation in the correct major is vital to your transition to UH. If you're interested in changing your major, please fill out the change of major form at least two weeks before your orientation session. If you were admitted or applied for the summer term, you must request a term update prior to signing up for orientation.
Orientation registration opens in March. For all questions regarding New Student Orientation, email orientation@uh.edu.
Cougar Card
Your Cougar Card will be your most important piece of student identification on campus. You can print documents, buy food and access buildings and athletic events with a simple swipe.
Step 8: Final Transcripts
Send us your final transcript, as well as any advance placement (AP), college or dual credit documentation. Future class registration may be impacted if your final transcripts are not received before your first term at UH starts.
For faster service, ask your school administrator to send your transcript data electronically through an Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) system, e.g. TREx (for Texas institutions).
If you can't send it electronically, your school administrator can send a PDF version of your official transcript to us through Parchment or Naviance.
If both above options are not available, your school administrator can mail your official transcripts to the following address:
University of Houston
Office of Undergraduate Admissions
4434 University Drive
Houston, TX 77204
Step 9: Extras
Check out the following steps to be even more prepared for your journey at UH.
- Admitted Student Visits
Come celebrate your acceptance at one of our Admitted Student Visits. - UH Go App
Download the UH Go App, which will be your guide to all things UH. - Parking
To park on campus, you will need a parking permit. Purchase one online. - Wardrobe Boost
Make sure you add some red to your closet, so you are ready for Cougar Red Fridays!