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Cougar Preview

Cougar Preview is our grand on-campus experience for students to get to know their future home! This event provides an introduction to the University of Houston from the Admissions team, an academic information session by your college of interest and an overview of scholarships and financial aid. Plus, you'll hear from current students who are excited to share their experiences!

March 7

Register for March 7

April 25

 

Getting to Campus and Parking

Event parking is available in the University Gateway Garage.

Be advised there are many other parking garages on campus, and your parking fee will not be validated if you park in a garage that is not the University Gateway Garage.

UH Ambassadors will be guiding you from the parking garage to Student Center South.

Parking Garage

 

 

COUGAR PREVIEW Spring 2026 agenda - MaRCH 7

CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE

 

Time
Title
9 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Check-In
9:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. Welcome to UH
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. RESOURCE FAIR

Academic College & Shasta's Resource Fair
This interactive fair offers an opportunity to explore majors and programs that match your interests and goals. You can meet and learn from all UH undergraduate academic colleges in one location before attending your academic session later today. 
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

CAMPUS TOURS

Campus Tour
An ambassador will show you some highlights of our beautiful campus. Tours will depart from the Student Center every 30 minutes. 

Housing Tour
An ambassador will guide you to our showroom in Cougar Village II, a freshman housing facility. Tours will depart from the Student Center every 30 minutes. 

The last tour will depart the Student Center at 12:30 p.m.
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

ADMISSIONS INFORMATION SESSIONS

Applying as a Freshman
Learn about transfer admissions requirements and upcoming deadlines.
(10 a.m. & 11 a.m.)

Applying as a Transfer Student
Learn about transfer admissions requirements, how to navigate transfer credits and the benefits of joining UH.
(12 p.m.)

ADMISSIONS INFORMATION SESSIONS (Spanish)

Applying as a Freshman | Estudiantes de Primer
Aprenda acerca de los requisitos de admision para estudiantes de primer año y fechas limite.
(11 a.m.)

FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION SESSIONS

Financing Your Education
The Office of Scholarships & Financial Aid will give you insight on how to maximize your financial aid opportunities.
(10:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m.)

STUDENT HOUSING & RESIDENTIAL LIFE INFORMATION SESSIONS

Living On Campus Presentation
Living on campus supports student success. Learn about how to apply for housing and the perks of living on campus.
(11:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.)

HONORS COLLEGE INFORMATION SESSIONS
Come learn about our prestigious Honors College program, connect with current students and have your questions answered.
(12 p.m. & 1 p.m.)
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

WALK-IN COUNSELING

Individual Admission Counseling
Get your specific questions answered 1-on-1 by an admission counselor.

Individual Financial Aid Counseling
Get your specific questions answered 1-on-1 by a financial aid counselor.

1 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

 LUNCH ON YOUR OWN
Enjoy lunch options at Student Center South or our Cougar Woods Dining Commons for $12.35 per person!
1:30 p.m. - 2 p.m. Assemble and Dismissal to Academic Colleges
2 p.m. - 3 p.m. Academic College Information Sessions
Your major matters. Join the college of your choice to meet current students and advisors to learn about your future field of study. You'll be escorted to the location.
  • Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture and Design
  • Kathrine G. McGovern College of the Arts
  • C.T. Bauer College of Business
  • College of Education
  • Cullen College of Engineering
  • Conrad N. Hilton College of Global Hospitality Leadership
  • College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
  • College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
  • Andy & Barbara Gessner College of Nursing
  • Undergraduate Student Success

 

LEARN MORE

The Ezekiel Cullen building at the University of Houston.

Campus Visit

We are excited to welcome you to the University of Houston — in person — to see for yourself what life is like on campus! Our 90-minute tour will showcase campus hotspots and the academic colleges specific to your interest.

Two students chatting on campus.

Connect with Us

What’s fun to do in Houston? How challenging are college classes? What’s up with the food robots? Sign-up to receive a phone call from a current UH student ambassador and get your most pressing questions answered by current students.

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Support Resources

From admission to graduation, our Enrollment Services staff is here to help you navigate your student experience at the University of Houston.