Admitted Students
Congratulations and welcome to the Hawk family! We're ready to help you prepare for your transition to University of Houston-Clear Lake.
Start Your Journey
Get Money for Your Education
Live on Campus
Prepare for Your Semester
Find Your Enrollment Counselor
Admitted Student Day
Learn about your next steps after being admitted.
- Saturday, April 1, 2023
- Friday, April 14, 2023
Start Your Journey
First things first: expand the menus based on your level to check out next steps for advising, orientation and enrolling in classes. If you need assistance or have any questions, please contact the Office of Admissions at 281-283-2500 or admissions@uhcl.edu.
Freshmen
Welcome to the University of Houston-Clear Lake as a first-year student! Every incoming student is required to complete two-step orientation process.
All new undergraduate freshman students with 0-29 college credit hours or students entering college for the first time after high school graduation.
Advising and Registration
As a new UHCL Hawk, your next steps are to complete your mandatory advising and orientation process to the university. This Spring 2023 semester, all newly admitted Freshman are asked to download the Navigate app to setup an advising appointment.
During this one-on-one advising and registration appointment, you will meet with your assigned academic adviser who is specialized in your major. They will help you plan your first semester courses, review your academic degree plan, and give you a personalized introduction to UHCL. The advising hold will be adjusted during your advising appointment.
Schedule your advising appointment through the Navigate app. Visit Navigate Student Resources for detailed instructions.
Preparing for Your Appointment
- Bacterial Meningitis Immunizations - If you are under age 22, you must get your bacterial meningitis vaccination and provide proof of vaccination. This is required before you can register for courses at UHCL.
- Texas Success Initiative (TSI) - Newly admitted students must show they are already proficient in reading, writing and math, or take the TSI Assessment before enrolling in college-level courses.
- Complete the Advanced Math Placement Test, if applicable - This is used to determine the appropriate math courses in which to place you. The AMPT is advised if your degree plan requires MATH 2413, Calculus I or higher. If you already earned college math credit (including dual credit, AP, or CLEP), connect with your academic adviser before taking the AMPT.
- Send all completed college credit, including high school, dual credit, early college transcripts, and any AP or CLEP scores. If you have any college credit in progress, let your adviser know.
- Explore majors - Use the free MyMajors Quiz to share your strengths and interests, and get a list of top 10 best-fit majors for you at UHCL.
Register/Enroll for Classes
After your advising session, you can enroll in classes. We do not require an enrollment deposit. The sooner you enroll, the better chance you have at enrolling in the class times you want. Open registration for courses begins in November for the spring semester and April for the summer and fall semesters. Check out dates and deadlines online. Log in to E-Services to enroll.
For detailed instructions, visit the E-Services How-to Guide for Adding Classes.
If you experience issues scheduling your appointment, contact the front desk of the Advising Office for your academic program, or contact navigate@uhcl.edu if you are just unsure of how to log into Navigate. Just include your 7 digit ID number.
Lift-Off: New Student Orientation
Spring 2023 Lift-Off: New Student Orientation
- January 12 – 13
What is Lift-Off: New Student Orientation and is it mandatory?
During this two-day orientation session, you will learn about all aspects of campus life, learn more about UHCL student resources, receive guidance from various support offices, tour campus, connect with professors, meet other incoming students and more before you begin classes. Sign up for Lift-Off: New Student Orientation using the buttons below.
Sign Up for Orientation Now, Participate in Later
Log into E-Services to sign up for Orientation. Just locate the tile, titled "Orientation", then select "Lift-Off: New Student Orientation" to reserve your seat at Lift-Off!
Orientation is mandatory to complete, and is different from the mandatory advising requirement you need to complete in order to enroll in classes.
We look forward to assisting you with your transition into UHCL at Lift-Off: New Student Orientation!
Email Orientation and New Student Programs at orientation@uhcl.edu or call at 281-283-2420 for questions.
We do not require an enrollment deposit. However, we do require a one-time, non-refundable orientation fee of $60, due at the time of attendance of orientation. Email Orientation and New Student Programs at orientation@uhcl.edu or call at 281-283-2420 for questions with orientation sign up and payment.
Transfer Students
Welcome to the University of Houston-Clear Lake as a transfer student!
New Incoming Transfer Students that have completed 30 or more college hours after high school graduation.
Complete the Two-Step Advising Process
Complete the Two-Step Advising Process. During Step 1 (Video Review), the Director of Transfer Advising will guide you through navigating E-Services, your online degree audit, your transfer credits, and how to enroll in your first semester at UHCL.
For next steps, visit the admitted transfer advising program webpage.
Preparing for Registration and Advising
- Transferring credit - Each student that sends a college transcript/credit will receive an official course-by-course credit evaluation, which is usually completed at the time of admission. You can view your Transfer Credit Report in E-Services. For detailed instructions, visit the E-Services How-to Guide for for Viewing Transfer Credit Reports. If you have any pending college credit (including dual credit, AP, or CLEP), send your official final transcripts showing final grades/scores to the Office of Admissions.
- Bacterial Meningitis Immunizations - If you are under age 22, you must get your bacterial meningitis vaccination and provide proof of vaccination.
- This hold will prevent you from being able to enroll in classes.
Register/Enroll in Classes
On the last slide of the instructional video, you will be presented with a QR code or link to complete a brief 7 question survey which will gather key information we need to best guide on your next step of the advising and registration process.
Once we receive your completed survey, the Transfer Advising team will adjust your Mandatory Advising Hold so that you can then enroll in your classes which is Step 2 of the Two-Step Process.
The sooner you enroll, the better chance you have at enrolling in the class times you want. Open registration for courses begins in November for the spring semester and April for the summer and fall semesters. Check out dates and deadlines online. Log in to E-Services to enroll.
For detailed instructions, visit the E-Services How-to Guide for Adding Classes.
Sign-up to Attend Transfer Student Orientation
Spring 2023 Transfer Student Orientation (TSO)
- Saturday, January 7, 2023, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. CST
- Tuesday, January 10, 2023, 4 – 9 p.m. CST
Sign Up for Orientation Now, Participate in TSO Later
Log into E-Services to sign up for Orientation. Just locate the tile, titled "Orientation", then select "Transfer Student Orientation" and select your preferred date to participate.
What is TSO and is it mandatory?
Transfer Student Orientation (TSO) is mandatory - During Transfer Student Orientation (TSO), you will learn about all aspects of campus life, learn more about UHCL student resources, hear from various support offices, tour campus, connect with professors, meet other incoming students and more before you begin classes. Sign up for TSO through E-Services.
Orientation is mandatory to complete, and is different from the mandatory transfer advising you completed in order to enroll in classes. We look forward to assisting you with your transition into UHCL at TSO!
Email Orientation and New Student Programs at orientation@uhcl.edu or call at 281-283-2420 for questions.
Additional Information
Graduate Students
Graduate students are seeking a master's or doctorate degree after receiving a bachelor's degree. Academic advisors located within each college provide advising and information on degree requirements for graduate students.
Postbaccalaureate Students
Please use the Navigate App to schedule an appointment with your assigned college advisor.
International Students
The Office of International Admissions and Programs assists in your transition to UHCL, including questions about immigration, visas and more.
Military and Veteran Students
In addition to the processes and resources outlined above for you as a freshman, transfer, or graduate student, UHCL's military and veteran services office can help you access benefits and other support.
Get Money for Your Education
Financial Aid
Apply for Financial Aid by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) using the school code: 011711. The 2021-22 application is now available. For the best chance at getting aid, apply by the priority deadline of January 15.
Accepting Aid - After you apply, The Office of Student Financial Aid will process your application and let you know if you are offered aid, what type of aid you are offered, and how much. You can accept all, some or none of the aid you are offered. Financial aid is first applied to cover tuition and fees, and any remainder of funds is given to you as a refund. Review Financial Aid in E-Services. For detailed instructions, view the E-Services How-to guides for financial aid.
FAFSA Verification - It is very common for students to be selected for the financial aid verification process, but not every student is selected. If you are selected for verification, log in to E-Services to view your required documents and next steps. Check out Financial Aid FAQs for more information about verification.
Scholarships
Apply for UHCL Scholarships - UHCL offers scholarships based on need and academic achievement.
- Freshman scholarships include the Hawk Advantage Scholarship, New Hawk Scholarship, and Mechanical Engineering Scholarship.
- Transfer student scholarships include the Automatic Transfer Scholarship.
- Graduate student scholarships include the Hawk Scholars Scholarship.
Most scholarships require you to have a FAFSA on file at UHCL to be eligible. Before applying through E-Services, it is important to review application criteria and apply before the final deadlines.
Live on Campus
Apply to live in on campus in one of two options:
Hunter Residence Hall
Our newest on-campus living community gives you a traditional college experience in a modern living space at the heart of campus. You have easy access to campus events and resources to live, learn and engage. Apply to Live in Hunter Residence Hall.
University Forest Apartments (UFA)
Enjoy apartment-style living with spacious individual rooms, community amenities, and resident events designed to bring the community together to mix and meet. More Info on UFA.
Prepare for Your Semester
After you enroll in classes, get ready for a great semester with a few more steps.
- Before Your First Day
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Pay for Your Classes
Tuition and fees payments are due before the start of the semester. Make sure you know your payment due dates to avoid late fees or being dropped from your classes, and explore payment plans. View tuition and fees due under "Finances" in E-Services. For more info, visit Student Business Services.
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Get Your Hawk ID Card
Your Hawk ID card is needed to enter the Recreation and Wellness Center, print documents in the computer lab, and enter Hunter Residence Hall if you are a resident.
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Buy a Parking Permit
Parking permits are required for students to park on campus. You can choose from an annual permit or a semester permit.
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Explore Campus
Check out a campus map and familiarize yourself with campus buildings and parking lots to find your classes.
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Get your Textbooks
Visit the UHCL Campus Store in the Bayou Building or online to search for and purchase textbooks, snacks and UHCL gear.
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Log in to Your Online Classes
If you are taking online courses, log in to Blackboard using your student alias (HunterH1974) and password to access your classes online ahead of the first day of class. Visit Blackboard Student Support for more information.
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Check Important Dates
Access the academic calendar for important semester dates and deadlines.
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Enjoy Weeks of Welcome
Join us as we kick off the start of the semester during Weeks of Welcome, a series of campus events to meet other students, learn about UHCL, grab some free prizes, play games and more.
Find Your Enrollment Counselor
Our admission counselors are ready to connect with you, one-on-one, in a virtual setting. Discuss next steps and get all your questions answered.