Gain a Global Perspective
University of Houston-Clear Lake's classes use an interdisciplinary approach to consider experiences and inequalities based on race, gender, ethnicity, class, sexuality and nationality. Through the lenses of anthropology, history, geography, literature and sociology, you'll gain new insight into the complexities of national and global culture.
Build Valuable Skills to Work in a Diverse Society
As a cross-cultural and global studies student in UHCL's College of Human Sciences and Humanities, you'll use a broad range of theories and methodological approaches to explore today's pressing issues. The program offers concentrations in:
- Religions, ethics, values
- Women, gender and sexuality
- Latin American studies
- Culture, health and inequality
- Immigration and refugees
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Admission Requirements
So, have we convinced you that University of Houston-Clear Lake's College of Human Science and Humanities is the next step in your pursuit of academic success? Learn what it takes to be admitted to help you reach your educational goals.
- Cross-Cultural and Global Studies
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ApplicationApply online through GoApplyTexas.org for admission to the University of Houston-Clear Lake as a graduate student.
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Requirements
- 3.0 GPA obtain in the last 60 hours
- If below a 3.0 GPA, use the Admission Formula:
- (Last 60 GPA X 24) + Verbal GRE Score + Quantitative GRE Score = 350 or above we admit
- GRE Requirements:
- For Fall 2022 only, the GRE will be waived. The GRE waiver will be automatically applied after successful submission of the admission application.
- If the last 60-hour GPA is below a 3.00, student admission files will be sent to the program for individual review. Students may still submit a GRE and use the admission formula to gain acceptance into the program.
- If planning to apply for a future semester, the GRE may be waived with a 3.0 GPA obtained in the last 60 credit hours or hold a doctorate degree.
- If required, General GRE Exam, www.gre.org.
- UHCL GRE Code: 6916
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TranscriptsStudents should submit official transcripts from every college or university attended to the University of Houston-Clear Lake, Office of Admissions or International Admissions.
Please review New Student Admissions in the Graduate Catalog under Transcripts and Records Information to learn how to submit an official college transcript to UHCL.
Degree Requirements
Interested in discovering the sort of classes you’ll need to take in order to earn your degree from the College of Human Science and Humanities at University of Houston-Clear Lake? Find out now.
Cross-Cultural and Global Studies, M.A.Cost Information
Examine how much it could cost to receive a degree from the College of Human Sciences and Humanities at UHCL.
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Deadlines for Applying
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FallNew Degree-Seeking Students - August 1
Returning UHCL Students - August 15 -
SpringNew Degree-Seeking Students - January 5
Returning UHCL Students - January 15 -
SummerNew Degree-Seeking Students - May 1
Returning UHCL Students - May 25
Please note, some graduate programs have special deadlines and requirements. For more information, go to How to Apply as a Graduate Student. Check the status of your application online through E-Services using your UHCL student ID.
The UHCL application is available online through Apply Texas. The online application is scheduled to close for Graduate students after the Formal UHCL Student deadline of each semester.
Applying After the Priority Deadline
New, non-degree seeking, and returning UHCL students applying after the deadlines above may be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis. Please contact the appropriate graduate enrollment counselor for more information. A $50.00 Late Registration Fee or $50.00 Late Payment may apply.
Review the UHCL Academic Calendar for registration and payment dates and deadlines.
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Fall
Final - April 1
Document Deadline - April 15
Early Fall Deadline - Computer Science, Computer Information System, Data Science Final - February 04, 2022 -
Spring
Final - October 1
Document Deadline - October 15
Early Spring Deadline - Computer Science, Computer Information System, Data Science Final - August 01, 2022 -
Summer*
Final - March 1
Document Deadline - March 15
Early Summer Deadline - Computer Science, Computer Information System, Data Science Final - February 04, 2022
Students interested in qualifying for scholarships &/or applying for visas outside the U.S. should apply and submit the application documents/test scores by the priority deadline
*International freshmen applicants will not be accepted for Summer semester.
Locations
University of Houston-Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, TX 77058
Phone: 281-283-7600
Cross-Cultural and Global Studies M.A. Faculty

Maria Curtis
Associate Professor in Anthropology and Cross-Cultural Studies,
Human Sciences and Humanities
Contact number: 281-283-3429
Email: Curtis@uhcl.edu
Office: SSCB 2109.09

Christine Kovic
Professor of Anthropology and Cross-Cultural Studies,
Human Sciences and Humanities
Contact number: 281-283-3365
Email: kovic@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou 2617.04

Michael McMullen
Professor of Sociology,
Human Sciences and Humanities
Contact number: 281-283-3435
Email: McMullen@uhcl.edu
Office: Bayou 2617.13

Dawit Woldu
Associate Professor of Anthropology,
Human Sciences and Humanities
Contact number: 281-283-3364
Email: woldu@uhcl.edu
Office: SSCB 2109.12