How to Apply as a Graduate Student

We require that you pay a non-refundable application fee:

• Standard graduate application fee: $45.00
• Doctoral students: $105.00
• International students: $75.00
• Doctoral international students: $135.00

You can pay online through the UHCL Graduate Application Portal, or after submitting the Apply Texas application through E-Services your UHCL student portal.

Degree seeking students should submit official transcripts from every college or university attended to the Office of Admissions. These should be sent to UHCL electronically from the universities you attended.

Request your transcripts from your college or university through an EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) system, e.g. TRex (for Texas institutions). You can also ask your school administrator to send us a PDF version of your official transcript through Naviance, Speede, or any other secure eDoc Service. If a service asks for a university email address please use: admissions@uhcl.edu. Preferred method for faster service.

• Master's applicants should submit transcripts showing an earned bachelor's degree.
• Doctoral applicants should provide transcripts showing an earned master's degree.

While we prefer electronic transmission of transcripts, you may also mail or hand-deliver (if hand delivering please check university hours prior to coming to campus) transcripts to:

Office of Admissions
University of Houston-Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area Blvd.
Houston, Texas 77058

• Transcripts must be in a sealed envelope from the issuing institution, and must be printed no more than 60 days prior to receipt by UHCL Admissions.
• Some programs may also require the submission of official transcripts to the department of your degree program. International students should see International Admissions for additional requirements.

Unofficial Transcript(s):

Unofficial transcripts can be uploaded using the UHCL Graduate Application Portal and may be used by graduate programs within each college to make admission decisions depending on the intended class start date. Please be mindful that all unofficial transcript(s) are required for admission review and must include the institution(s) name. If admitted, official transcript(s) showing undergraduate degree conferral and official transcript(s) from each institution previously attended are required for class registration.

For International Students, learn more about the international admission and transcript submission policy. 

• Official GMAT, GRE or MAT scores must be submitted as required by the department of your degree program. Please see the catalog and/or website for the required scores.
• Scores must be sent directly from the testing agency. Test scores should not be more than five years old. Before submitting a test score, determine if you qualify for a graduate test score exemptions.
• If you were born or educated in a country where English is not the native language, you must demonstrate English proficiency prior to admission. You can meet this requirement by taking the paper or internet TOEFL exam, Intensive English Language Test (IELTS) exam, Pearson Test of English (PTE), or by successfully completing the ELS Intensive English Language program.
  
  • Your minimum scores must be:
    
    • 550 on the paper-based TOEFL exam;
    • 79 on the TOEFL (iBT) exam;
    • 6.0 on the IELTS exam;
    • 53 on the PTE exam; or,
    • You can successfully complete level 112 in the ELS Intensive English Language program.
• Your scores cannot be more than two years old, and only those received directly from the testing center will be accepted.
• You can also review the New Student Information section in our online or paper catalog to determine if you qualify for a waiver of this requirement.

Once all of the required official documents are received, an admission decision will be made and you will be notified in writing. Each academic school has a different admission review process including varying review schedules. For questions about admissions requirements or procedures, contact the Enrollment Management Counselor for your academic college.

We look forward to receiving your application for your graduate studies here at UHCL.

• Accounting M.S.
• Admission Deadline
  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline
• Application
  A standard university application is required.
• Requirements

  Criteria that require submission of a standardized test score:

  Less than 3.000 cumulative GPA on the last 60 hours of coursework (3.000 GPA preferred on the last 60 hours of coursework) and submission of GMAT score.

  Criteria that waive a standardized test requirement:
  

  The College of Business will provide a GMAT examination waiver to applicants to the MS in Accounting program who meet one (1) of the following requirements:

  • Majoring in a business-related area at an institution with AACSB business accreditation; AND have at least 18 credit hours of upper-division business-related courses at an institution with AACSB business accreditation with an overall GPA of at least 3.0 in those courses; or
  • Earned a bachelor's degree in a science, engineering, or mathematics related major at an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education; AND has a GPA of at least 3.0 in upper-division courses at the institution; or
  • Earned a graduate degree in business from an AACSB-accredited university or a Ph.D., M.D., Ed.D., D.D.S., or J.D. from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (or U.S. licensure).

• Business Administration MBA
• Admission Deadline

  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline

• Application

  Apply online through the UHCL Graduate Application Portal.

• Requirements

  Applicants to the MBA program may qualify with a standardized test waiver if any of the following conditions are met:

  • earned a bachelor’s degree from a qualified institution with a 3.000 or greater cumulative GPA (on a 4.0 scale) from the degree granting institution, or
  • earned an advanced degree from a qualified institution, or
  • completes the MBA certificate start with a 3.000 or greater GPA in the certificate. 
• MBA Certificate Start 

  Domestic applicants who have completed a bachelor's, degree from a qualified institution with less than a 3.0 GPA, may choose admission to the MBA program with a standardized test waiver through the MBA certificate start. Applicants to the MBA certificate start must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.500 (on a 4.0 system).  Qualified applicants who are admitted to MBA certificate start program must complete their graduate certificate with a 3.000 or greater GPA in the certificate to be granted acceptance into the MBA core program.

• Admission Review Process 

  All other applicants will be reviewed for admissions by program faculty.  This evaluation will consider all academic coursework and standardized test performance.

• Environmental Management M.S.
• Admission Deadline
  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline
• Application
  A standard university application is required.
• Requirements

  Criteria that require submission of a standardized test score:
  
  Less than 3.000 cumulative GPA on the last 60 hours of coursework and submission of GMAT score.

  Criteria that waive a standardized test requirement:

  • 3.000 cumulative GPA on the last 60 hours of coursework; and Earned a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a country where English is the native language or from an accredited college or university in a country on the SBEC-approved list of countries; or
  • Earned a graduate or professional degree from a country where English is the native language or on the SBEC-approved list of countries; or
  • Earned a Ph.D., M.D., Ed.D., D.D.S. or J.D. from accredited U.S. institution (or U.S. licensure).

• Finance M.S.
• Admission Deadline
  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline
• Application
  A standard university application is required.
• Requirements

  Criteria that require submission of a standardized test score: 
  
  Less than 3.000 cumulative GPA on the last 60 hours of coursework and submission of GMAT score.
  
  Criteria that waive a standardized test requirement:

  • 3.000 cumulative GPA on the last 60 hours of coursework; and Earned a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a country where English is the native language or from an accredited college or university in a country on the SBEC-approved list of countries; or
  • Earned a graduate or professional degree from a country where English is the native language or on the SBEC-approved list of countries; or
  • Earned a Ph.D., M.D., Ed.D., D.D.S. or J.D. from accredited U.S. institution (or have U.S. Licensure).

• Human Resource Management M.A.
• Admission Deadline

  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline

• Application

  A standard university application is required.

• Requirements

  Applicants to the MA in Human Resource Management program may be admitted with a standardized test waiver if they meet one of the following criteria:

  • Earned a bachelor's degree from a qualified institution with a 3.000 or greater GPA from the degree granting institution, or
  • Earned a bachelor's degree from a qualified institution with a 3.000 or greater GPA on the last-60 hours of coursework attempted, or
  • Earned an advanced degree from a qualified institution.
• Admission Review Process 

  All other applicants will be reviewed for admissions by program faculty.  This evaluation will consider all academic coursework and standardized test performance.

• Management Information Systems M.S.
• Admission Deadline
  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline
• Application
  A standard university application is required.
• Requirements

  Criteria that require submission of a standardized test score: Spring 2025 Only

  Less than 3.000 cumulative GPA on the last 60 hours of coursework and submission of GMAT score (GRE acceptable for MHA).

  Criteria that waive a standardized test requirement: Spring 2025 Only

  • 3.000 cumulative GPA on the last 60 hours of coursework; and Earned a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a country where English is the native language or from an accredited college or university in a country on the SBEC-approved list of countries; or
  • Earned a graduate or professional degree from a country where English is the native language or on the SBEC-approved list of countries; or
  • Earned a Ph.D., M.D., Ed.D., D.D.S. or J.D. from accredited U.S. institution (or U.S. licensure).

  Effective Summer 2025, admission to this program is now standardized test optional. Please contact your graduate recruiter for more details.

• Supplemental Documentation

  Applicants that do not meet the criteria to waive the standardized test requirement must also submit: Spring 2025 Only

  • Current resume

• MHA
• Admission Deadline
  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline
• Application
  A standard university application is required.
• Requirements

  Criteria that require submission of a standardized test score: Spring 2025 Only

  Less than 3.000 cumulative GPA on the last 60 hours of coursework and submission of GMAT score (GRE acceptable for MHA).

  Criteria that waive a standardized test requirement: Spring 2025 Only

  • 3.000 cumulative GPA on the last 60 hours of coursework; and Earned a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a country where English is the native language or from an accredited college or university in a country on the SBEC-approved list of countries; or
  • Earned a graduate or professional degree from a country where English is the native language or on the SBEC-approved list of countries; or
  • Earned a Ph.D., M.D., Ed.D., D.D.S. or J.D. from accredited U.S. institution (or U.S. licensure).

  Effective Summer 2025, admission to this program is now standardized test optional. Please contact your graduate recruiter for more details.

• Supplemental Documentation

  Applicants that do not meet the criteria to waive the standardized test requirement must also submit: Spring 2025 Only

  • Current Resume

• MHA/MBA
• Admission Deadline
  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline
• Application
  A standard university application is required.
• Requirements

  Criteria that require submission of a standardized test score: Spring 2025 Only

  Less than 3.000 cumulative GPA on the last 60 hours of coursework and submission of GMAT score (GRE acceptable for MHA).

  Criteria that waive a standardized test requirement: Spring 2025 Only

  • 3.000 cumulative GPA on the last 60 hours of coursework; and Earned a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a country where English is the native language or from an accredited college or university in a country on the SBEC-approved list of countries; or
  • Earned a graduate or professional degree from a country where English is the native language or on the SBEC-approved list of countries; or
  • Earned a Ph.D., M.D., Ed.D., D.D.S. or J.D. from accredited U.S. institution (or U.S. licensure).

  Effective Summer 2025, admission to this program is now standardized test optional. Please contact your graduate recruiter for more details.

• Supplemental Documentation

  Applicants that do not meet the criteria to waive the standardized test requirement must also submit: Spring 2025 Only

  • Current resume

• Clinical Mental Health Counseling, MS.
• Admission Deadline

  Fall: March 1
  Spring: September 1

• Application
  Both of the following applications are required:

  • University Application
  • Counseling Master's Degree Program Application
• Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution
  • GRE or MAT scores
    • The GRE/MAT is waived for applicants who have earned a 3.000 GPA in the last 60 hours of coursework
    • Applicants who have earned less than 3.000 in the last 60 hours of coursework, are required to submit one of the following:
      • A combined GRE score of 294 and a writing score of 3.5
      • An MAT score of 390 minimum
    • Applicants hold a Master's degree from an accredited institution are not required to submit GRE or MAT scores

  The following documents must be uploaded to your UHCL E-Services account (assigned after you have completed the ApplyTexas online application):

  • Resume - A brief resume with relevant work experiences, honors, presentations, papers or other life experiences that you would like to have considered for admission to the Counseling Program
  • Formal Essay - The essay should be maximum 500 words. Content should explain your reasons for pursuing counselor training as well as your career goals.
  • Counseling Program Application
  • Three Professional Reference Forms
  • Self-Rating Sheet
  • Background Check Form: Clinical Mental Health Counseling M.S. / Counseling M.S.

  Applicants seeking admission to pursue the Counseling M.S. with School Counselor Certification must also upload the following:

  • Texas Teacher Service Record (You can request this from your school district HR department.)
  • TEA Ethics Training Completion Certificate
  • Receipt for TEA Admission Fee  – Please visit the UHCL E-Commerce site to pay the $37.00 Texas Education Agency (TEA)-Advanced Certificate Program Admission Fee (scroll to correct certification).  This fee is payable by credit/debit card only and is non-refundable; therefore, it is your responsibility to ensure that you are in the correct program and certification.  TEA requires all educator preparation programs to collect this fee and forward it to TEA.  TEA uses it to monitor your TEAL (TEA Login) account at the TEA website.  Once you have paid the fee, your will be emailed a receipt.  You need to upload the receipt.
  • Supplemental Admissions Form 
  • FERPA Form
  • Certificate(s) of completion of TEA-required school district training in Mental Health/Substance Abuse/Youth Suicide Prevention

• Curriculum and Instruction Ed.D.
• Admission Deadline

  Fall Only: July 15

• Application

  Both university and program applications are required.

• Special Requirements
  • Master's Degree from an Accredited Institution
  • Resume
  • Letter of intent. Please include within your 2-page, double-spaced letter:
    
    • a paragraph that explains why you want admittance into a doctoral program,
    • a paragraph that describes an event/project that you led in your organization (or unit) that you believe is a predictor of your success in a doctoral program, and
    • 2 - 3 paragraphs that describe problems of practice you think you would like to explore during your doctoral studies and what impact you would like to have in your future profession, OR
    • 2 - 3 paragraphs that demonstrate that you are well-versed in the knowledge-base of your discipline or field of expertise (using research as evidence)
  • Three reference forms - At least one reference must be from a supervisor or other administrator familiar with the applicant's work. If possible, at least one of the Reference Forms should be from a professor involved in the applicant's master's program.
  • Letter of Support

• Curriculum And Instruction M.S.
• Admission Deadline

  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline

• Application

  A standard university application is required.

• Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree and a 3.000 GPA over the last 60 semester credit hours.
  • Graduate Records Examination (GRE):
    
    • GRE is not required if GPA in last 60 hours is 3.000 or above.
    • GRE is required if GPA in last 60 hours is 2.750-3.000
      
      • Minimum required GRE scores: 294 combined on the Quantitative & Verbal, 3.5 Analytical Writing
  • Hold a valid Texas Teaching Certificate
  • Official Transcripts
    • Students 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.

• Educational Leadership Ed.D.
• Admission Deadline

  Fall Only: June 1 (applicants need to submit all their "supplemental" documentation by July 15)

• Application

  Both university and program applications are required.

• Special Requirements
  • GRE Scores Not Required: The GRE requirement will automatically be removed after successful submission of the admission application.
  • Master's Degree from an Accredited Institution
  • Official Transcripts
    • Students 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.

  The following documents should be uploaded through the UHCL Graduate Application Portal.

  • Resume
  • Letter of Intent - Please structure your letter as follows:
    • Paragraph 1 - Why do you wish to pursue a doctoral-level degree in Education Leadership?
    • Paragraph 2 - What are your career goals and how will this degree help you accomplish your long-term goals?
    • Paragraph 3 - What are your research interests as they relate to education?
    • Paragraph 4 - What are your scholarly and professional accomplishments as they relate to your educational leadership?
    • Paragraph 5 - How does your prior work experience relate to your interest in the doctoral program focusing on educational leadership?
  • Three reference forms - At least one reference must be from a supervisor or other administrator familiar with the applicant's work. If possible, at least one of the Reference Forms should be from a professor involved in the applicant's master's program.
  • Letter of Support from Employer

• Educational Management M.S.
• Application

  A standard university application is required.

• Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree and a 3.000 GPA over the last 60 semester credit hours.
  • Graduate Records Examination (GRE):
    • GRE is not required if GPA in last 60 hours is 3.000 or above.
    • GRE is required if GPA in last 60 hours is 2.750-3.000
      • Minimum required GRE scores: 294 combined on the Quantitative & Verbal, 3.5 Analytical Writing
  • Hold a valid Texas Teaching Certificate
  • Official Transcripts
    • Students 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.

  The following items must be uploaded to your UHCL E-Services account (assigned after you have completed the online application):

  • Letter of Support from School Building Administrator
  • Teacher Service Record (TSR)
  • College of Education Advanced Certification Program Application
  • Admissions Essay (1-2 pages) that addresses the following prompts:
    • Why do you wish to pursue a master’s degree in Educational Management?
    • Describe the strengths and/or experiences you possess that will be an asset to you in this program.
    • In what ways will this degree enable you to make meaningful contributions to your school community (staff, scholars, families, community)?
  • Interview Video
    • Record a 5-8 minute video of yourself that answers the following questions:
      • What can you tell us about yourself and your experiences that will make you a good candidate for the Principal as Instructional Leader program?
      • What does leadership mean to you?
      • How do you use critical self-reflection in your professional growth?
      • Explain how you plan to balance self-care, role responsibilities/expectations, and the rigor of a graduate program?
    • Upload the video of YouTube as "unlisted" and then paste the link to your video into a word document and upload it to your E-Services Account.

  Admission Essay and Interview video will be scored based on program established rubrics.

  Once your application has been approved, you will be prompted to formally accept your office of admission to the program and pay a required $37 TEA Admission fee.

• Counseling M.S.
• Admission Deadline

  Summer Only: April 1

• Application
  Both of the following applications are required:

  • University Application
  • Counseling Master's Degree Program Application
• Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution
  • Hold a valid Texas Teaching Certificate
  • GRE or MAT scores
    • The GRE/MAT is waived for applicants who have earned a 3.000 GPA in the last 60 hours of coursework
    • Applicants who have earned less than 3.000 in the last 60 hours of coursework, are required to submit one of the following:
      • A combined GRE score of 294 and a writing score of 3.5
      • An MAT score of 390 minimum
    • Applicants hold a Master's degree from an accredited institution are not required to submit GRE or MAT scores
  • Official Transcripts
    • Students 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.

  The following documents must be uploaded to your UHCL E-Services account (assigned after you have completed the ApplyTexas online application):

  • Resume - A brief resume with relevant work experiences, honors, presentations, papers or other life experiences that you would like to have considered for admission to the Counseling Program
  • Formal Essay - The essay should be maximum 500 words. Content should explain your reasons for pursuing counselor training as well as your career goals.
  • Counseling Program Application
  • Three Professional Reference Forms
  • Self-Rating Sheet
  • College of Education Advanced Certification Program Application

  Formal Essay will be scored based on a program established rubric.
  
  Once your application has been approved, you will be prompted to formally accept your offer of admission to the program and pay a required $37 TEA Admission fee.

• Principal as Instructional Leader Certification
• Application

  A standard university application is required.

• Requirements
  • Master's Degree and a 3.000 GPA over the last 60 semester credit hours.
  • Graduate Records Examination (GRE):
    • GRE is not required if GPA in last 60 hours is 3.000 or above.
    • GRE is required if GPA in last 60 hours is 2.750-3.000
    • Minimum required GRE scores: 294 combined on the Quantitative & Verbal, 3.5 Analytical Writing
  • Hold a valid Texas Teaching Certificate
  • Official Transcripts
    • Students 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.

  The following items must be uploaded to your UHCL E-Services account (assigned after you have completed the online application):

  • Letter of Support from School Building Administrator
  • Teacher Service Record (TSR)
  • College of Education Advanced Certification Program Application
  • Admissions Essay (1-2 pages)that addresses the following prompts:
    • Why do you wish to pursue a master’s degree in Educational Management?
    • Describe the strengths and/or experiences you possess that will be an asset to you in this program.
    • In what ways will this degree enable you to make meaningful contributions to your school community (staff, scholars, families, community)?
  • Interview Video
    • Record a 5-8 minute video of yourself that answers the following questions:
      • What can you tell us about yourself and your experiences that will make you a good candidate for the Principal as Instructional Leader program?
      • What does leadership mean to you?
      • How do you use critical self-reflection in your professional growth?
      • Explain how you plan to balance self-care, role responsibilities/expectations, and the rigor of a graduate program?
    • Upload the video of YouTube as "unlisted" and then paste the link to your video into a word document and upload it to your E-Services Account.

  Admissions Essay and Interview video will be scored based on program established rubrics

  Once your application has been approved, you will be prompted to formally accept your office of admission to the program and pay a required $37 TEA Admission fee.

• School Library and Information Science M.S. with School Librarian Certification
• Application

  A standard university application is required.

• Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree and a 3.000 GPA over the last 60 semester credit hours.
  • Graduate Records Examination (GRE):
    • GRE is not required if GPA in last 60 hours is 3.000 or above.
    • GRE is required if GPA in last 60 hours is 2.750-3.000
      • Minimum required GRE scores: 294 combined on the Quantitative & Verbal, 3.5 Analytical Writing
  • Hold a valid Texas Teaching Certificate
  • Official Transcripts
    • Students 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.

  The following items must be uploaded to your UHCL E-Services account (assigned after you have completed the online application):

  • Letter of Support from School Building Administrator
  • Teacher Service Record (TSR)
  • College of Education Advanced Certification Program Application
  • Admissions Essay (1-2 pages) that addresses the following prompts:
    • Why do want to be a school librarian?
    • What experiences have you had working with a school librarian?
    • How would you describe a highly effective school librarian leader?

  Admission Essay will be scored based on program established rubric.
  
  Once your application has been approved, you will be prompted to formally accept your office of admission to the program and pay a required $37 TEA Admission fee.

• School Librarian Standard Certification EC-12
• Application

  A standard university application is required.

• Requirements
  • Master's Degree and a 3.000 GPA over the last 60 semester credit hours.
  • Graduate Records Examination (GRE):
    • GRE is not required if GPA in last 60 hours is 3.000 or above.
    • GRE is required if GPA in last 60 hours is 2.750-3.000
    • Minimum required GRE scores: 294 combined on the Quantitative & Verbal, 3.5 Analytical Writing
  • Hold a valid Texas Teaching Certificate
  • Official Transcripts
    • Students 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.

  The following items must be uploaded to your UHCL E-Services account (assigned after you have completed the online application):

  • Letter of Support from School Building Administrator
  • Teacher Service Record (TSR)
  • College of Education Advanced Certification Program Application
  • Admissions Essay (1-2 pages) that addresses the following prompts:
    • Why do want to be a school librarian?
    • What experiences have you had working with a school librarian?
    • How would you describe a highly effective school librarian leader?

  Admission Essay will be scored based on program established rubric.

  Once your application has been approved, you will be prompted to formally accept your office of admission to the program and pay a required $37 TEA Admission fee.

• Superintendent Certification
• Application

  A standard university application is required.

• Requirements
  • Master's Degree and a 3.000 GPA over the last 60 semester credit hours.
  • Graduate Records Examination (GRE):
    • GRE is not required if GPA in last 60 hours is 3.000 or above.
    • GRE is required if GPA in last 60 hours is 2.750-3.000
      • Minimum required GRE scores: 294 combined on the Quantitative & Verbal, 3.5 Analytical Writing
    • Hold a valid Texas Teaching Certificate and a valid Texas Administrator Certificate
  • Official Transcripts
    • Students 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.

  The following items must be uploaded to your UHCL E-Services account (assigned after you have completed the online application):

  • Teacher Service Record (TSR)
  • College of Education Advanced Certification Program Application
  • Admissions Essay (1-2 pages) that addresses the following prompts:
    • Why do you wish to pursue a Superintendent certification.
    • Describe the strengths and/or experiences you possess that will be an asset to you in this program.
    • In what ways will this degree enable you to make meaningful contributions to your school community (staff, scholars, families, community)?
  • Interview Video
    • Record a 5-8 minute video of yourself that answers the following questions:
      • What can you tell us about yourself and your experiences that will make you a good candidate for the Superintendent certification program?
      • What does leadership mean to you?
      • How do you use critical self-reflection in your professional growth?
      • Explain how you plan to balance self-care, role responsibilities/expectations, and the rigor of a graduate program?
    • Upload the video of YouTube as "unlisted" and then paste the link to your video into a word document and upload it to your E-Services Account.

  Admissions Essay and Interview video will be scored based on program established rubrics.
  
  Once your application has been approved, you will be prompted to formally accept your office of admission to the program and pay a required $37 TEA Admission fee.

• Behavior Analysis M.A.
• Admission Deadline
  • Fall Only
    • Deadline: January 15*

  *Applications received after this date will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. If you submit an application after the January 15 deadline, please contact behavioranalysis@uhcl.edu to confirm that your application was received.

• Application

  Apply through the UHCL Graduate Application Portal. Log in or create a new account if you are a first-time user. Select 2025-2026 Application Cycle and Student Type (Domestic or International). Click "Create Application". Select Fall 2025 term, "College of Human Sciences and Humanities" and "Behavior Analysis M.A" as the Major. Complete all remaining sections of the application.

  The following supporting documents must be uploaded to your account in the UHCL Graduate Application Portal (go to "College of Human Sciences and Humanities Supplemental Information"):

  • Curriculum Vita: An expanded résumé describing previous education; all work experience; relevant course work and relevant volunteer activities; any honors, presentations, papers, avocations or other relevant life experiences
  • Brief Essay: A statement of purpose and goals, not to exceed 1,000 words, describing your reasons for wanting this degree and how it fits into career goals.
  • References: Submit the names and contact information for two references who will submit letters of recommendation directly to the UHCL Graduate Application Portal. Once recommenders and contact information is submitted, recommenders receive an email to a link to submit the letter. No form is required. Recommendations from academic faculty and/or work supervisors who know you well are important.
  • Submit official transcripts from all institutions attended. For admission purposes, UHCL will accept applicable credit listed on official transcripts from regionally accredited colleges and universities

  Application Packet

• Requirements
  GRE Scores Not Required: The GRE requirement will automatically be removed after successful submission of the admission application.
  
  Prerequisites: Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in a related field such as psychology, education, or special education, with at least a 3.0 GPA. In addition, applicants should identify coursework or practical experience associated with Behavior Analysis
  
  
• Admissions Review Process

  After initial review of the application materials (application, recommendations, and supplemental material) an admissions committee will invite selected applicants to campus for an interview. Interviews will typically be scheduled in February. Applicants will be notified of their program admission status by April 15.

• Clinical Psychology M.A.
• Admission Deadline
  • Fall Only
    • Final Deadline: January 25 
• Application
  • Apply online through the UHCL Graduate Application Portal for admission to the University of Houston-Clear Lake as a graduate student.
    • Log In or first users create a new account
    • Select Fall term and student type (Domestic or International)
    • Select "College of Human Sciences and Humanities"
    • Select "Clinical Psychology MA"
  • Documents for admission are submitted after completion of the application. All required documents are due by the program application deadline.
• Requirements
  • GRE Scores Optional for 2025-2026 Term:
    • If you would like to take the General GRE Exam, please visit their website www.gre.org.
    • UHCL GRE Code: 6916 – UNIV HOUSTON CLEAR LAKE – Grad
  • Transcripts: Students can submit unofficial transcripts using the UHCL Graduate Application Portal and may be used by graduate programs within each college to make admission decisions depending on the intended class start date. Please be mindful that all unofficial transcript(s) are required for admission review and must include the institution(s) name(s). If admitted, official transcript(s) showing undergraduate degree conferral and official transcript(s) from each institution previously attended are required for class registration. 
    
    • 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.
    • Prerequisites: The program requires five prerequisite undergraduate psychology courses (15 hours): Introductory Psychology, Abnormal Psychology, and three courses (9 additional hours) of upper-level psychology courses. Upper-level psychology courses that may provide good preparation for the program include, but are not limited to, Social Psychology, Theories of Personality, Human Growth and Development, and Research Methods and Statistics. Preference is given to applicants with all prerequisites completed.
  • Required Additional Supporting Documents: The following documents should be uploaded through the UHCL Graduate Application Portal.
    • Curriculum Vitae: An expanded résumé describing previous education; all work experience; relevant course work and relevant volunteer activities; any honors, presentations, papers, avocations or other relevant life experiences.
    • Statement of purpose and goals (not to exceed 1,000 words): describing your reasons for wanting this degree and how it fits into career goals.
    • Three (3) letters of recommendation and ratings: Students identify recommenders through the UHCL Graduate Application Portal. Once recommenders and contact information is submitted, recommenders will receive an email to a link to submit the letter of recommendation and ratings. Letters of Recommendation and ratings from academic faculty and/or work supervisors who know the applicant well are preferred.
  • Program Application Fee: In addition to the university application fee, there is an additional program application fee of $35 for the Clinical Psychology M.A. program. The program application fee may be paid by credit card online or by check payable to "University of Houston-Clear Lake" and sent to:
    
    Clinical Psychology Program Applications
    University of Houston-Clear Lake
    2700 Bay Area Blvd., Box 73 
    Houston, TX 77058
• Admission Review Process 

  After initial review of the application materials (application, recommendations, and supplemental material) an admissions committee will invite selected applicants to campus for an interview. Interviews will typically be scheduled in March. Applicants will be notified of their program admission status by April 15. 

• Cross-Cultural and Global Studies M.A.
• Application

  A standard university application is required.

• Requirements
  • GRE Scores Not Required: The GRE requirement will automatically be removed after successful submission of the admission application.
  • Official Transcripts: Students should submit official transcripts from every college or university attended to the University of Houston-Clear Lake, Office of Admissions or International Admissions.
    • Recommended last 60-hour GPA of 3.0 or higher.
    • 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.
• Admission Review Process 

  If the last 60-hour GPA is below a 3.00 or an applicant has not completed a prior advanced degree, student admission files will be sent to the program for individual review.

  Individual Review Requirements: To complete individual review, all required supporting documents must be submitted with your admissions application or by using your E-services account for admission to the University of Houston-Clear Lake as a graduate student. All E-services account(s) are generated after an application is submitted and processed.
  

  • Statement of Purpose (not to exceed two single-spaced pages): describing the reasons for desiring this degree and how it fits into your career goals.

• Digital Media Studies M.A.
• Application

  A standard university application is required.

• Requirements

  Academic Requirements:

  • GRE Scores Not Required: The GRE requirement will automatically be removed after successful submission of the admission application.
  • Official Transcripts: Students should submit official transcripts from every college or university attended to the University of Houston-Clear Lake, Office of Admissions or International Admissions.
    • Recommended last 60-hour GPA of 3.0 or higher.
    • 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. 

  Required Supplemental Documents:

  To be considered for admission, students are required to submit a production portfolio accompanied by a statement of purpose. The following documents must be submitted with your admissions application or by using your E-services account for admission to the University of Houston-Clear Lake as a graduate student. All E-services account(s) are generated after an application is submitted and processed.
  

  • Production Portfolio: All portfolio pieces must be accessible online. We do not accept physical objects such as slides or CDs. If passwords are necessary to access the pieces, it is the student's responsibility to communicate them. The committee will not reach out if pieces are not readily accessible. No more than 20 individual pieces should be submitted. The applicant must make clear his or her involvement in the production of each piece. Examples for successful portfolio pieces are written strategic or creative writing materials, graphic design examples, a 15-minute film documentary, a series of digitally prepared photographs with a theme, a website, an app or a game. The most important function of the portfolio is to demonstrate to the selection committee that the intentions outlined in the statement of purpose may be achieved, based on the student's existing experience and skills.
  • Statement of Purpose: Describe previous education, work experience, and relevant coursework. Include why you are interested in Digital Media and why you are interested in our program. The statement should be no more than 800 words.
• Admission Review Process 

  If the last 60-hour GPA is below a 3.00 or an applicant has not completed a prior advanced degree, student admission files will be sent to the program for individual review. To complete individual review, all required supporting documents must be submitted using your E-services account for admission to the University of Houston-Clear Lake as a graduate student.

• Exercise and Health Sciences M.S.
• Admission Deadline
  • Fall: April 1
  • Spring: October 1
• Application

  A standard university application is required.

  Documents for admission are submitted after completion of the application. All required documents are due by the program application deadline.

• Requirements
  • GRE Scores Not Required: The GRE requirement will automatically be removed after successful submission of the admission application.
  • Official Transcripts: Students should submit official transcripts from every college or university attended to the University of Houston-Clear Lake, Office of Admissions or International Admissions.
    • Recommended cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
    • 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.

  
  Required Supplemental Documents:
  
  The following documents must be submitted with your admissions application or by using your E-services account for admission to the University of Houston-Clear Lake as a graduate student. All E-services account(s) are generated after an application is submitted and processed.
  

  1. CV/Resume: describing previous education, work experience, relevant coursework, relevant volunteer activities, any honors, published papers, or other relevant life experiences. Should include names and contact information of 3 references that can speak to applicant's academic and/or professional experience.
  2. Statement of Purpose (approximately 500 words): describing the applicant's experience and interest in Exercise & Health Sciences in general, and specifically the program at UHCL. Include any relevant information that will help program faculty know you better. 
• Admission Review Process 
  • Students begin the program in the fall or spring semesters.
  • Decisions are sent to applicants by November 15 (spring) and June 1 (fall).
  • Applicants who apply after the deadline may be given consideration to the extent that positions for the program are not yet filled. 

• Health Service Psychology Psy.D.
• Admission Deadline
  • Fall Only
    • Application Deadline: December 15
• Application
  • Apply online through the UHCL Graduate Application Portal for admission to the University of Houston-Clear Lake as a graduate student.
    • Log In or first users create a new account
    • Select Fall term and student type (Domestic or International)
    • Select "College of Human Sciences and Humanities"
    • Select "Clin Psych/School Psych PsyD"
  • Documents for admission are submitted after completion of the application. All required documents are due by the program application deadline.
• Application Requirements
  • Transcripts: Students can submit unofficial transcrips using the UHCL Graduate Application Portal and may be used by graduate programs within each college to make admission decisions depending on the intended class start date. Please be mindful that all unofficial transcript(s) are required admission review and must include the institution(s) name. If admitted, official transcript(s) showing undergraduate degree conferral and official transcript(s) from each institution previously attended are required for class registration.
    
    
  • GRE Scores Optional for 2024-25 Cycle:
    • If you would like to take the General GRE Exam, please visit their website www.gre.org.
    • UHCL GRE Code: 6916 – UNIV HOUSTON CLEAR LAKE – Grad
  • Required Additional Supporting Documents:
    • The following two documents should be uploaded through the UHCL Graduate Application Portal:
      
      • Curriculum Vitae: An expanded résumé describing previous education; all work experience; relevant course work and relevant volunteer activities; any honors, presentations, papers, avocations or other relevant life experiences.
      • Statement of purpose and goals (not to exceed 1,000 words): describing your reasons for wanting this degree and how it fits into career goals.
    • Three (3) letters of recommendation and ratings: Students identify recommenders through the UHCL Graduate Application Portal. Once recommenders and contact information is submitted, recommenders will receive an email to a link to submit the letter of recommendation and ratings. Letters of Recommendation and ratings from academic faculty and/or work supervisors who know the applicant well are preferred.
      
      
    • Program Application Fee: In addition to the university application fee, there is an additional program application fee of $50 for the Health Service Psychology Psy.D. program. The program application fee may be paid by credit card online or by check payable to "University of Houston-Clear Lake" and send it to: 
      
      UHCL PsyD Program Applications
      University of Houston-Clear Lake
      2700 Bay Area Blvd., Box 73
      Houston, TX 77058
• Qualification for Admissions

  The following qualifications are the typical qualifications. They are not requirements, as all applications are reviewed.

  • Degree Requirements: Earned Bachelor's, Master's, or Specialist degree in psychology, clinical psychology, school psychology, or a closely related discipline.
    
    
  • GPA Qualifications: GPA of 3.3 or higher for those entering with an undergraduate degree only or GPA of 3.5 or higher for those entering with graduate credit or an earned graduate degree.
• Admission Review Process 

  After initial review of the application materials (application, recommendations, and supplemental material) an admissions committee will invite selected applicants to campus for an interview. Interviews will typically be scheduled in February. Applicants will be notified of their program admission status by April 15.

• History M.A.
• Application

  A standard university application is required.

  Documents for admission must be submitted with your admissions application or by using your E-services account for admission to the University of Houston-Clear Lake as a graduate student. All E-services account(s) are generated after an application is submitted and processed. All required documents are due by the Graduate and International Admissions application deadlines.

• Requirements
  • GRE Scores Not Required: The GRE requirement will automatically be removed after successful submission of the admission application.
  • Official Transcripts: Students should submit official transcripts from every college or university attended to the University of Houston-Clear Lake, Office of Admissions or International Admissions.
    • Recommended last 60-hour GPA of 3.0 or higher.
    • 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.
• Admission Review Process 

  If the last 60-hour GPA is below a 3.00 or an applicant has not completed a prior advanced degree, student admission files will be sent to the program for individual review.

• Humanities M.A.
• Application

  A standard university application is required.

• Requirements
  • GRE Scores Not Required: The GRE requirement will automatically be removed after successful submission of the admission application.
  • Official Transcripts: Students should submit official transcripts from every college or university attended to the University of Houston-Clear Lake, Office of Admissions or International Admissions.
    • Recommended last 60-hour GPA of 3.0 or higher.
    • 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.
• Admission Review Process 

  If the last 60-hour GPA is below a 3.00 or an applicant has not completed a prior advanced degree, student admission files will be sent to the program for individual review.

• Industrial Organizational Psychology M.A.
• Admission Deadline
  • Fall Only
    • Deadline: February 15 
• Application

  A standard university application is required.

  Documents for admission are submitted after completion of the application. All required documents are due by the program application deadline.

• Requirements
  • GRE Scores Optional for 2023-24 Cycle
    • General GRE Exam, www.gre.org.
    • GRE scores expire after 5 years of the testing date.
    • Submit official GRE scores to UHCL through the ETS system. It may take ETS two weeks from the date the test is taken to send the official score report.
    • UHCL GRE Code: 6916 – UNIV HOUSTON CLEAR LAKE – Grad
  • Official Transcripts: Students 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.
  • Coursework Requirements:
    • Must have at least 12 hours of upper level undergraduate courses consisting of 3 hours of Statistics and 9 hours of any combination of Psychology, Business, Sociology, or Anthropology.
    • If some of these courses have not been taken, you are still eligible to apply if all other expected requirements are met, but would be required to take these prerequisite classes while enrolled.
  • Additional Supporting Documents: The following documents must be submitted with your admissions application or by using your E-services account for admission to the University of Houston-Clear Lake as a graduate student. All E-services account(s) are generated after an application is submitted and processed.
    
    • CV/Resume: describe your previous education, work experience, relevant coursework, relevant volunteer activities, any honors, published papers or other relevant life experiences.
    • Statement of Purpose: In 500-700 words, please answer the questions below.
      • What interests you most about I/O Psychology?
      • What are you most proud of so far in your academic or professional career?
    • Letter of Reference (optional): from those familiar with your ability to succeed in graduate-level study.
• Fall Admission Details
  • All accepted students begin the program in the fall semester.
  • We review applications in March and notify applicants in April.
  • Applicants who apply after the deadline may be given consideration to the extent that positions for the program are not yet filled. 

• Literature M.A.
• Application

  A standard university application is required.

  Documents for admission must be submitted with your admissions application or by using your E-services account for admission to the University of Houston-Clear Lake as a graduate student. All E-services account(s) are generated after an application is submitted and processed. All required documents are due by the Graduate and International Admissions application deadlines.

• Requirements
  • GRE Scores Not Required: The GRE requirement will automatically be removed after successful submission of the admission application.
  • Official Transcripts: Students should submit official transcripts from every college or university attended to the University of Houston-Clear Lake, Office of Admissions or International Admissions.
    • Recommended last 60-hour GPA of 3.0 or higher.
    • 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.
• Admission Review Process 

  If the last 60-hour GPA is below a 3.00 or an applicant has not completed a prior advanced degree, student admission files will be sent to the program for individual review.

• Nursing Education and Leadership, M.S.N.
• Application

  A standard university application is required.

• Requirements
  • GRE Scores Not Required: The GRE requirement will automatically be removed after successful submission of the admission application.
  • Official Transcripts: Students should submit official transcripts from every college or university attended to the University of Houston-Clear Lake, Office of Admissions or International Admissions.
    • Recommended cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
    • 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. 

  Required Supplemental Documents:

  The following documents must be submitted with your admissions application or by using your E-services account for admission to the University of Houston-Clear Lake as a graduate student. All E-services account(s) are generated after an application is submitted and processed.

  • Production Portfolio: Proof of Current Registered Nurse License verification in the United States.
  • CV/Resume: Describing previous education, work experience, relevant coursework, relevant volunteer activities, any honors, presentations, and publications as applicable.
  • Statement of Purpose (approximately 500 words): Describe the applicant's experience and interest in the Nursing Education and Leadership program at UHCL.  
• Admission Review Process 

  Applications are accepted for the fall and spring semesters and are reviewed throughout the year on a rolling basis. 

• Psychology M.S.
• Admission Deadline
  Spring 2025
  

  • New Students: January 5
  • Returning Students: January 15

  Summer 2025
  

  • New Students: May 1
  • Returning Students: May 25
• Application

  Apply online through the UHCL Graduate Application Portal.

  Documents for admission are submitted after completion of the application. All required documents are due by the Graduate and International Admissions application deadlines.

  Admission in the Psychology M.S. concentrations (Human Factors and Neuroscience) may be given as an incoming or current UHCL student. Students may initially seek acceptance into the Psychology, M.S. then apply to the concentrations by the deadlines for the following Fall semester. Acceptance into the Psychology, M.S. program does NOT guarantee acceptance into the concentration programs.

• Requirements
  • GRE Scores Not Required: The GRE requirement will automatically be removed after successful submission of the admission application.
    
    
  • Official Transcripts: Students 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.
  • Prerequisites: The following prerequisites are required for this degree. Prerequisite courses must be completed before graduate coursework can begin.
    • PSYC 2301 or equivalent (three hours).
    • Course in statistics. Students whose undergraduate work does not include three hours in statistics must take PSYC 4370 or PSYC 4371.
    • Students are expected to demonstrate graduate-level writing ability. Those students whose writing is deemed unacceptable will be advised to take remedial courses.
  • Required Individual Review Supplemental Document: (Starting Spring 2025 Term and Beyond)
    • The following document should be uploaded through the UHCL Graduate Application Portal:
      • Statement of purpose and goals (not to exceed 1,000 words): describing your reasons for wanting this degree and how it fits into career goals.
• Admission Review Process 

  Applicants who have completed the prerequisites with an undergraduate GPA of 3.5 or higher or those who have completed advanced degrees will be automatically admitted. Those with a GPA below 3.5 and/or have not completed the prerequisites will be individually reviewed by program faculty, who will make an admission decision based on the application file

• School Psychology SSP
• Admission Deadline
  • Fall Only:
    • Final Deadline: January 25 
• Application

  A standard university application is required.

  Documents for admission are submitted after completion of the application. All required documents are due by the program application deadline.

• Requirements
  • GRE Scores Not Required: The GRE requirement will be automatically removed after successful submission of the admission application.
    
    
  • Official Transcripts: Students 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.
    • Recommended GPA of 3.25 or above for the last 60 hours of undergraduate work.
    • Recommended Foundation Courses: it is highly recommended that applicants have successfully completed at least 12 hours of undergraduate Psychology coursework (e.g., Introductory Psychology, Child Psychology or Adolescent Psychology, Abnormal Psychology and other an upper-level psychology course).
  • Required Additional Supporting Documents: The following documents should be uploaded through the UHCL Graduate Application Portal.
    • Curriculum Vitae: An expanded résumé describing previous education; all work experience; relevant course work and relevant volunteer activities; any honors, presentations, papers, avocations or other relevant life experiences.
    • Statement of purpose and goals (not to exceed 1,000 words): describing your reasons for wanting this degree and how it fits into career goals.
    • Three (3) letters of recommendation and ratings: Students identify recommenders through the UHCL Graduate Application Portal. Once recommenders and contact information is submitted, recommenders will receive an email to a link to submit the letter of recommendation and ratings. Letters of Recommendation and ratings from academic faculty and/or work supervisors who know the applicant well are preferred.
  • Program Application Fee: In addition to the university application fee, there is an additional program application fee of $35 for the School Psychology S.S.P. program. The program application fee may be paid by credit card online or by check payable to "University of Houston-Clear Lake" and send it to:
    
    School Psychology Program Admissions
    University of Houston-Clear Lake
    2700 Bay Area Blvd, Box 73
    Houston, TX 77058
    281-283-3491 
• Admission Review Process 

  After initial review of the application materials (application, recommendations, and supplemental material) an admissions committee will invite selected applicants to campus for an interview. Interviews will typically be scheduled in February or March. Applicants will be notified of their program admission status by April 15.

• Sociology M.A.
• Application

  A standard university application is required.

• Requirements
  • GRE Scores Not Required: The GRE requirement will automatically be removed after successful submission of the admission application.
  • Official Transcripts: Students should submit official transcripts from every college or university attended to the University of Houston-Clear Lake, Office of Admissions or International Admissions.
    • Recommended last 60-hour GPA of 3.0 or higher.
    • 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.
• Admission Review Process 

  If the last 60-hour GPA is below a 3.00 or an applicant has not completed a prior advanced degree, student admission files will be sent to the program for individual review.

  Individual Review Requirements: To complete individual review, all required supporting documents must be submitted with your admissions application or by using your E-services account for admission to the University of Houston-Clear Lake as a graduate student. All E-services account(s) are generated after an application is submitted and processed.

  • Statement of Purpose (not to exceed two single-spaced pages): describing the reasons for desiring this degree and how it fits into your career goals.

• Biological Science M.S.
• Admission Deadline

  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline

• Application

  Apply online through the UHCL Graduate Application Portal.

• Requirements
  • 3.0 GPA
  • GRE total scores should be at least 290 (140 Verbal + 150 Quantitative). GRE is waived if GPA is 3.0 or better with BS degree
  • Foundation Courses (C or better): Calculus I, Organic Chemistry 1 & II with labs, Molecular Genetics, Biochemistry I, Physiology (plant or human or animal), Statistics, and at least 2 of the following: Microbiology for Science Majors, Ecology, Cellular Physiology, Molecular Biology.
  • Additional Requirements – Undergraduate degree in Biology or closely related field

• Biotechnology M.S.
• Admission Deadline

  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline

• Application

  Apply online through the UHCL Graduate Application Portal.

• Requirements
  • 3.0 GPA
  • GRE is not required and can be waived. If submitted, GRE total scores should be at least 290 (140 Verbal + 150 Quantitative). If GRE is not submitted, applicant must submit 3 letters of recommendation, resume, and personal statement of research and future plans.
  • Those not meeting GRE and/or GPA standards will be required to meet additional performance criteria.
  • Foundation Courses (C or better): Molecular Genetics, Biochemistry I, Physiology (plant or human or animal), Computational Statistics, Cellular Physiology, and Molecular Biology.
  • Additional Requirements – Undergraduate degree in Biology, but other degrees may apply if preparation includes significant number of core courses in Biological Sciences as well as appropriate chemistry, physics and mathematics courses.

• Chemistry M.S.
• Admission Deadline
  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline
• Application
  A standard university application is required.
• Requirements
  • 3.0 GPA
  • GRE Total Score of 290 (150 Quantitative); GRE could be waived if GPA is 3.5 or better with BS/BA in Chemistry
  • Foundation Courses (C- or better): 8 hours of General (Freshman) Chemistry I and II with laboratory, 8 hours of Organic Chemistry I and II with laboratory, 12 hours of upper-level Chemistry courses in any of the following areas: Inorganic Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Physical Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Organic Chemistry.

• Computer Information Systems M.S.
• Admission Deadline
  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline
• Application
  A standard university application is required.
• Requirements
  • 3.0 GPA
  • GRE Total Score of 290 (140 verbal + 150 quantitative)
    • GRE is not required for students with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited US institution
  • Undergraduate degree in a related field
  • Foundation Courses: High level programming language preferably an Object-Oriented programming such as Java, C++ or C#, Calculus I or Business Calculus, Modern systems Analysis and Design, Design of Database Systems, Business Data Communication

• Computer Engineering M.S.
• Admission Deadline
  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline
• Application
  A standard university application is required.
• Requirements
  • An undergraduate degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering, Computer Science or other disciplines related to Computer Engineering
  • If GPA >= 3.0/4.0 GRE requirements will be waived if at least one of the following conditions is met:
    • The applicant received a B.S. degree from an ABET-accredited program.
    • The applicant has at least 2 years of industry or government work experience in a program related field after receiving BS degree. One recommendation letter from a supervisor or an employment verification letter is needed to verify the work experience)
    • The applicant has another master's degree
    • If 2.5 <= GPA < 3, GRE Quant. >= 155 and GRE total >= 290
    • If 2.2 <= GPA < 2.5, GRE Quant. >= 160 and GRE total >= 290
  • Foundation Courses: Digital Circuits, Electronics, Computer Architecture, Microcontroller Programming, Microprocessor Interfacing, Analysis & Design of Linear Systems, Digital System Design, C Programming, Discrete Math, Differential Equations

• Data Science M.S.
• Admission Deadline
  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline
• Application
  A standard university application is required.
• Requirements
  • GPA of 3.0 in an undergraduate degree.
  • GRE Total Score of 300 (155 Quantitative and 140 Verbal).
    • GRE is not required for students with a Master or Ph.D. degree or a Bachelor degree from an accredited US university.
  • Foundation Courses (C or better in the following courses or their equivalent): DASC 4301 - Python Programming for Data Science Credit Hours: 3, and STAT 3334 - Probability and Statistics for Scientists and Engineers Credit Hours: 3

• Environmental Science M.S.
• Admission Deadline

  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline

• Application

  Apply online through the UHCL Graduate Application Portal.

• Requirements
  • 3.0 GPA
  • GRE optional but encouraged to submit to support application if GPA <3.0.
    • Target scores minimum 290 total (150 on Quant)
  • Foundation courses (C or better): Calculus I, Organic Chemistry 1/Lab, Statistics, Physics I and II/Labs
  • Bachelor Degree in Natural Science or other degree if background includes at least 34 hours of Natural Science and 6 hours of Math

• Engineering Management M.S.
• About Admissions

  The EMGT program offers a holistic review process, in which, applications are reviewed based upon academic degree, work experience, GPA, and GRE if submitted.

• Admission Deadline

  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline

• Application

  Apply online through the UHCL Graduate Application Portal.

• Requirements

  Bachelor Degree:

  • Science, engineering, or other disciplines related to Engineering Management.
  • If applicants have a bachelor's degree from other disciplines, then, at least one year of work experience in a technical field is required.

  GPA:

  • Recommended minimum of GPA of 3.0 in an undergraduate degree.

  GRE/GMAT:

  • GRE of 290 with verbal 140 and 145 quantitative Or GMAT of 500 with minimum quantitative score of 35.
  • GRE/GMAT is waived if one of the following conditions is met.
    
    • Applicants with a GPA 3.0 or above.
    • Applicants with at least one year of post-graduate full-time work experience in a technical field.

  Foundation Courses: Calculus I and Probability and Statistics

  Supporting Documents:

  • Resume summarizing applicants' career objectives and professional experience.
  • Two letters of reference from academic advisors or supervisors at work who can verify applicant's employment history.
  • These are required documents and must be submitted for your application to be processed. Documents should be uploaded to your student portal under To-Do or Checklist Items.

• Math M.S.
• Admission Deadline

  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline

• Application

  Apply online through the UHCL Graduate Application Portal.

• Requirements
  • 3.0 GPA
  • GRE Requirements:
    • GRE is waived but may be submitted if GPA is less than 3.0. Scores will then need to be Total Score of 290 (150 Quantitative)
  • Foundation Courses: Lineal Algebra, Differential Equations, Advanced Calculus
  • Additional Requirements – Undergraduate degree in Math; Students with other degrees may apply if undergraduate course work includes a substantial number of advanced credit hours in math courses.

• Physics M.S.
• Admission Deadline
  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline
• Application
  A standard university application is required.
• Requirements
  • 3.0 GPA
  • GRE is not required. Applicants with GPA less than 3.0 are recommended to provide GRE score in support of their application. 
  • Undergraduate degree in Physical Sciences discipline, Mathematics and/or Engineering; Other degrees may apply if the coursework meets the preparation requirements in the catalog
  • Foundation Courses: Calculus I, II, and III, University Physics I and II with labs, Modern Physics with lab, Intermediate Mechanics, Intermediate Electromagnetism, Quantum Theory, Thermodynamics & Statistical Mechanics.
  • Also, complete either set I or set II of:
    • Set I) Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Complex Variables, Probability & Stats for Scientists & Engineers, or
    • Set II) Mathematical Methods for Physics & Engineering I and II

• Software Engineering M.S.
• Admission Deadline
  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline
• Application
  A standard university application is required.
• Requirements
  • 3.0 GPA
  • GRE Total Score of 290 (140 Verbal + 150 Quantitative)
    • Not required with cumulative GPA >= 3.0
  • Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other computing or engineering discipline.
  • Foundation Courses: Data Structures and at least two other programming classes. Programming classes such as C, C++, Java or Object Oriented Programming are examples.

  Find out if you meet program requirements using the Program Qualification Estimator.

• Statistics M.S.
• Admission Deadline

  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline

• Application

  Apply online through the UHCL Graduate Application Portal.

• Requirements
  • A 4-year bachelor's degree with a 3.0 cumulative GPA
  • GRE with a minimum Quantitative score of 152 is required if GPA is below 3.0.
  • Foundation Courses: Intro to Probability, Intro to Statistics and at least two of the following: Linear Algebra, Calculus I, Calculus II
  • Additional Comment - Holding an undergraduate degree in mathematics, engineering, computing, or sciences would be an advantage. However, any college graduate can be successful in this program if they have completed a course in Linear Algebra and the undergraduate calculus sequence. Prospective students that have not taken these courses should talk to academic advisors about how to enroll in those courses with post-baccalaureate status.

• Systems Engineering M.S.
• Admission Deadline

  Standard Graduate Admission Deadline

• Application

  Apply online through the UHCL Graduate Application Portal.

• Requirements
  • 3.0 GPA
  • GRE Total Score of 290 (140 Verbal + 150 Quantitative)
    
    • Can be waived if applicant has another grad degree (MS or higher) or based on relevant industry experience
  • Undergraduate degree in a related field including preparation coursework as listed in the catalog
  • Foundation courses: Math through differential equations, calculus-based probability and statistics, a programming language