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Academic Advising for College of Human Sciences & Humanities

HSH Office of Academic Advising is located in Bayou Building 1615. We are excited to assist you on your academic journey.

Having trouble locating us? Please contact us at hshadvising@uhcl.edu or call 281-283-3333.

Appointments

Appointments must be scheduled at least a day in advance. Academic advisors are providing services through the following methods:

  • Video appointments through Zoom
  • Phone appointments
  • Email
  • In-person appointments

Schedule an Appointment

Admitted students may schedule an appointment with their assigned academic advisor through the Navigate App.

For additional assistance, email your assigned academic advisor or call 281-283-3333.

Please see the staff listing below for assigned academic advisor emails and direct links to schedule an appointment.


Visit the Office of Academic Advising for the College of Human Sciences and Humanities for help in exploring and achieving your academic, career and personal goals. Academic advisors are available to help you navigate the paths of UHCL by providing accurate and timely information, linking you to various campus resources and empowering you to understand your academic standing and the tools available to you.

With the Office of Academic Advising, you will be assigned your own academic advisor who is there to aid you throughout your college experience.

Office Hours

  • Monday - Thursday: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Drop-in, Wednesday only: 2:30–4:30 p.m.

By Appointment only. Appointments are available remotely, virtually, and in-person. Drop-in only available, Wednesday 2:30-4:30pm.

Your academic advisor can help with many things, such as:

  • Choosing your degree plan and concentration.
  • Declaring your minor.
  • Major specific coursework.
  • Graduation.
  • Graduate school.

Advising Resources

We want to provide you the necessary tools to succeed at UHCL.

Advising Procedures

Undergraduates

All undergraduate students are assigned an academic advisor when they are admitted to their program of study. To schedule an appointment, download the Navigate mobile app.

Transfer Students

If you are an incoming undergraduate transfer student entering your first semester at UHCL with 30 or more hours, you will first connect with the Transfer Advising Office.

As a new transfer student, you will be required to complete the transfer advising process prior to registering for classes. Visit the Admitted Transfer Student page for more information.

International Students

If you have questions about your experience as an international student at UHCL, you should connect with International Advising. The International Advisors within the Office of International Admissions & Student Services can assist you with questions about full-time enrollment requirements, restrictions on working in the U.S., traveling around the U.S. and other rules and responsibilities connected to your immigration status.

For questions related to your chosen undergraduate major, you should connect with your assigned academic advisor. All undergraduate students should download the Navigate mobile app to schedule an advising appointment.

If you are a graduate student then you should connect with the college advising center to determine your advising options.

Graduate Students
 You will be assigned an advisor by the department for your degree plan.

How to Schedule an Appointment with your HSH Advisor

HSH Undergraduate Advising

Students can meet with their assigned academic advisor by appointment through the following methods: 

  • In-person 
  • Virtual (Zoom) 
  • Phone 

To make an appointment, download theNavigate app, visit the HSH front desk, email hshadvising@uhcl.edu, or call 281-283-3333.
Please note that appointments must be scheduled at least 24 hours in advance. To schedule an appointment through Navigate, follow these steps after logging in: 

  1. Click on "Appointments"
  2. Select "Schedule an Appointment"
  3. Select "Advising"
  4. Select your primary reason for the appointment
  5. Select how you prefer to connect with your advisor (Virtually, In-Person, Phone)
  6. Add a comment to specify what you need assistance with

Additionally, we also have  DROP-IN ADVISING hours every Wednesday from 2:30-4:30 pm. Students can come by, check in at the front desk, and be seen without an appointment.  

To be better prepared for your appointment: 

  • Review your academic progress using your Advisement Report in E-Services.
  • Prepare a list of questions or concerns for your advisor.
  • Gather relevant materials, such as transcripts, faculty emails, etc.
  • Review the Academic Calendar and familiarize yourself with important deadlines.
  • Always include your UHCL student ID number in any communication with your advisor.
  • Take time to reflect on your strengths, areas of growth, and aspirations, so you can actively engage in discussion and seek guidance on achieving your goals during the advising session. 

HSH Graduate Advising

To schedule a meeting with your faculty advisor, please contact them by email, phone, or in person during their office hours. 

Additional Information for HSH Graduate Students:
Students pursuing a graduate degree in the College of Human Sciences and Humanities meet with assigned faculty advisors to receive academic advising. The program faculty advisors work closely with graduate students to align coursework and career goals while connecting students to important resources and experiential opportunities. Faculty advisors always work closely with graduate students in deciding which master's capstone experience is best as the culminating experience of their degree. Faculty advisors should be contacted directly for appointments. The HSH Office of Academic Advising does not make appointments for faculty. The Office of Academic Advising is available to graduate students to assist you with various administrative processes of the university and your graduate program.

First Time in College Students 

Pre-Advising Appointment Tips

We are excited that you are here! We want to ensure we are able to have a productive first appointment - Better Together! 

Before our appointment, please be sure to complete the following items. Addressing these as soon as possible will ensure you have no barriers to registration. 

  • Bacterial Meningitis Immunizations- If you are under age 22, you must provideproof of vaccinationor exemption. A hold will be placed on your student account, preventing you from signing up for classes until valid proof or exemption of vaccination is provided to the UHCL Office of the Registrar (Academic Records).  
  • Texas Success Initiative (TSI)- Newly admitted students must show they are college-ready in reading, writing, and math or take the TSI Assessment before enrolling in college-level courses. This step must be completed before registering for classes.  
    • There are many ways to show you are college ready" 
      • Take the TSI test here at UHCL or submit your scores if you have already taken it elsewhere. You can send your official TSI Scores using the Accuplacer Student Portal link here:ACCUPLACER Student Portal -  The College Board
      • If you are an early college or dual credit student, submit your college transcript directly to the Office of Admissions before our appointment. Bring an unofficial copy with you when we meet. 
      • If you took an AP test and received credit, log in to College Board and send your scores directly to the Office of Admissions. 

Academic Advisors and Office Staff

For general questions and or support, please call 281-283-3333 or email hshadvising@uhcl.edu.

Students may use the above direct appointment links only if they are admitted to UHCL and assigned to that academic advisor. For further assistance please call 281-283-3333.

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