Academics
University of Houston-Downtown is also referred to as UHD or UH-Downtown. UHD was established in 1974, and is a component of the University of Houston System. The college offers four master
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Information Summary
| Overall Score (about) | 78.3 |
| Total Cost On-Campus Attendance | $7,732 |
| Admission Success rate | N/A |
| ACT / SAT 75%ile scores | 21 / 1080 |
| Student Ratio Students-to-Faculty | 18 : 1 |
| Retention (full-time / part-time) | 71% / 60% |
| Enrollment Total (all students) | 14,265 |
Admissions
At UHD, the Office of Admissions provides every possible type of assistance and responds to all queries regarding admissions. Admissions are granted to three categories of students: freshman, transfer, or graduate students. Candidates need to apply online and submit the required credentials at the Office of Admissions. Once the applications are processed, students will be informed of their status.
While applying to the university, students need to make sure that they fulfill the criteria. The requirements for admission include a high school graduation, necessary credit hours, and submission of GED certificates and other official transcripts. There are specific deadlines for submission of application and credentials for graduate students, international students, and undergraduate students.
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Financial Aid
Financial aid is offered through the UHD Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The deadline for submission of applications for financial aid each year is the 1st of April. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit and special skills. State and Federal aid is not based on academic achievement but on justified financial need.
UHD awards students Institutional Scholarships, Departmental Scholarships, and Private and External Scholarships. One can also opt for private scholarships that are awarded according to guidelines set by the bestower. In addition, Access and Success (TEXAS) Grant Program, Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (LEAP), Towards EXcellence, and Mandated Designated Tuition Grant are available for students. Various work-study programs and loan options are also available.
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Students
UHD has a diverse student body that reflects the Houston community. The university has learning centers at Cinco Ranch, University Center in the Woodlands, and at campuses of the Lone Star College District. There are a number of activities held at UHD throughout the year. Among these events are the annual awards gala, UHD Mardi Gras, Culture on the Bayou – a spring event, Crossroads Festival, and the UHD Activities Day.
UHD has 8 Greek Organizations including the Gamma Alpha Omega Sorority – Xi Chapter, Kappa Delta Chi Sorority, Sigma Lambda Gamma Sorority
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Athletics
A lot of importance is given to sports and fitness at UHD. The university has 30,000 square feet of area comprising two gymnasiums that are equipped for sports like volleyball, badminton, and basketball. The fitness center has cardiovascular units and weight-lifting equipment. The university also has a multipurpose studio, lockers, showers, a horseshoe pit, and a personal training office. The athletics teams of UHD participate in intramural sports and club sports such as basketball, soccer, tennis, and slow pitch softball. Club sports teams play in the Houston Club Sports Conference and are known as the Gators.
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