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VISIT IN-PERSON

We are excited to welcome you to the University of Houston—in person—to see for yourself what life is like on campus! Select these sessions to receive admissions information and explore UH in person, whether you’re a prospective freshman or prospective transfer student. All sessions include a 90-minute walking tour showcasing campus hotspots and the academic colleges specific to your interest.

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Group In-Person Tours

Our UH Student Ambassadors are eager to welcome you to the University of Houston—in person—to see for yourself what life is like on campus! Our in-person group tours are approximately 90-minutes. To register, use the button below to select the date and time that works best with your group's schedule. 

At this time, we are only able to provide group tours to groups of students 9th - 12th grade and prospective transfer students. We are able to provide in-person tours to groups of up to 60 people, including chaperones. If your group does not meet these criteria, we recommend registering for a virtual group visit below! 

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Virtual Tours & Information Sessions

The easiest way to envision yourself on campus is to join us for a live virtual session! Join us for a virtual tour or information session to get insider information about what it’s actually like to be a student at UH – all from the convenience of your phone, tablet, or computer! Options for virtual sessions include:

  • Campus Tours
  • Residence Hall Tours
  • Prospective Freshman Information Sessions
  • Prospective Transfer Information Sessions

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Group Virtual Tours

Group virtual visits are just as interactive as on campus visit experiences and can be customized to your group! Typically, group virtual visits last one hour and include the following activities led by UH Student Ambassadors:
  • 20-minute admissions presentation that includes a brief overview of the university, academic opportunities, campus life, and the admissions process
  • 20-minute virtual guided student life tour covering campus hot spots, including a sneak peek into Cougar Village II, our most popular freshman residence hall
  • 10-minute question and answer session

Email vc@uh.edu to schedule a group virtual tour

Self-Guided Campus Tours

Explore all the hot spots across 600 acres of the University of Houston’s campus though our self-paced, virtual visits. Want to explore campus on your own? Check out our self-guided tour map!

On The Day of Your Tour

Check out these directions to campus, or type "University of Houston Welcome Center" (4400 University Dr, Houston, TX 77204) into your preferred navigation app.
  1. You are required to park in the Welcome Center garage on the third or fourth level. Please note: hourly parking rates apply.
  2. On the day of your scheduled campus tour, please check in at the front desk of the Welcome Center no more than 10 minutes prior to your visit time. You will receive a text message 10 minutes before your tour with a check-in code.
  3. Be prepared for the weather: Bring plenty of water and comfortable clothes for an outdoor tour. We'll also continue our tours rain or shine, so if it's raining, bring an umbrella!

Have a question? Reach out to vco@central.uh.edu for assistance.

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ACCESSIBILITY FOR VIRTUAL VISITS AND SELF-GUIDED TOURS

The University of Houston is committed to providing an accessible and inclusive environment – including online. Our virtual visits and self-guided tours are designed to enable students with disabilities to participate. To request special accommodations, please include specific needs in the comment section when filling out your registration form, e-mail us at vc@uh.edu. Students with limited access to technology or the internet can request a personal phone call from a student ambassador to get more insight into the UH experience.

Meet the Staff

Our Ambassadors are ready to tell you how the University of Houston changed their lives and how it can change yours, too!