School Counselors
The University of Houston provides school counselors with admissions resources to help students learn more about educational opportunities available here. We are committed to providing future students with the best answers to questions about our community. We understand that students, parents, counselors and teachers must be well informed to make decisions about higher education.
Choosing UH
Established in 1927, UH empowers students in their pursuit of learning, discovery, leadership and engagement. Located in a sprawling metropolis, our premier Tier One campus is home to award-winning faculty, innovative research centers and alumni who have become international leaders.
- 46,000+ Students
- 250+ Undergraduate Majors and Minors
- 37 Research Centers
- 15 Academic Colleges
- 21:1 Student-to-Faculty Ratio
Preparing Applications
Admissions Requirements
- Freshman students
- Transfer students
- International students
- Residency requirements
- Texas Uniform Admissions Policy
Sending Supporting Information
Submitting Transcripts
To expedite admission decisions, UH requires U.S. freshman applicants to self-report high school grades as part of the admissions application process. Applicants must report grades from all English, math, science and social studies courses.
Submitting Test Scores
Have ACT or SAT score(s) sent to us directly from the testing agency. Our code for ACT is 4236; SAT is 6870. If your student is applying using test-optional, they will not have to submit test scores.
Changing Terms
Undergraduate applicants may request to change the admission term of their application by completing the application term change request form. This form is due by the application deadline for the new term.
Meet Your Admissions Representative
Admissions representatives are experts when it comes to applying to UH. If you'd like to talk to an admissions representative for admissions support, you can schedule in-person or a virtual admission advising appointment, or contact us by phone at 713-743-1010, option 4 or by email at admissions@uh.edu. Admissions representatives do not provide support with course selection or registration.
Advising
Access UH
Applicants can log into AccessUH with their myUH ID to access their self-service portal, check their application status and view their To-Do List items.
AP Test Program & International Baccalaureate
Did you earn college credit in high school? See what exams and courses qualify for credit.
Honors Application
The Honors College application has specific requirements students must meet before being accepted into one of the programs.
Undergraduate Catalog
A full list of the courses available at UH with descriptions.
Transferring Credit
Transferring college credits can be confusing. Meet our Transfer Credit Estimator, a new tool designed to help you and your students estimate how many course credits may transfer to their chosen degree program at the University of Houston.
- More about transferring credit
- Launch the transfer credit estimator
- View transfer equivalency guides
Cost & Aid
Tuition
Everything you need to know about the cost of attending UH
Scholarships & Financial Aid
The Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid can answer all your questions on how to help your student get financial assistance.
FAFSA
To be considered for federal financial aid, students must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The University’s FAFSA code is 003652.
Supporting our Counselors
Join The Counselor Mailing List
Get the inside scoop on all things UH admissions sent straight to your inbox.
Request UH Swag
Spread the Cougar red spirit with your students and request swag from the University of UH!
Group Visits
Explore the UH campus through an in-person group tour or a virtual interactive tour and get a feel of what it's like to be a Coog.
Support Resources
From admission to graduation, our Enrollment Services staff is here to help you navigate your student experience at UH.
Undergraduate Admissions Brochure
Counselor Handout
Check out our counselor handout, designed for counselors to share with their students. This handout gives an overview of UH admissions information.