About UHV - University of Houston-Victoria

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Introduction | P. 1About UHV | P. 3Affordability | P. 5Excellence | P. 7Safety & Convenience | P. 9Personal Attention | P. 11Programs | P. 13School of Arts & Sciences | P. 15School of Business Administration | P. 17School of Education & Human Development | P. 19School of Nursing | P. 21The Faculty | P. 23The Campus | P. 25Student Support Services | P. 27Student Life & Housing | P. 29Jaguars Athletics | P. 31The City of Victoria | P. 33Admissions | P. 35BritanyFasCost & Financial Aid | P. 39Psychology Major, Class of 2010“I chose UHV because it had everything I wanted in a university. It offered mequality programs at a great price. It wasn't too far from home, and it gave methe chance to play on a top athletic team.”

GetEmpoweredA degree from the University ofHouston-Victoria will give youthe power to take your life tothe next level. We offer classesto fit any schedule, withtop-quality instruction at aprice you can afford.1

Enjoy the benefits of smaller classes and professors whoknow your name, all while you get a quality education.PeteOntiverosCriminal Justice Major, Class of 2011“Quality programs, flexible schedules and affordable tuitionmake UHV a clear choice! The education I'm receiving here isempowering me for a bright future.”2

About UHVThe University of Houston-Victoria, located in the heart of the Coastal Bendregion of Texas, is a growing university of about 4,000 students that offersmore than 50 bachelor’s and master’s degree programs and concentrationsin the schools of Arts & Sciences, Business Administration, Education & HumanDevelopment, and Nursing.Founded as an upper-level university in 1973, legislation signed into law onJune 19, 2009, will allow UHV to admit its first underclassmen in the fall of 2010and begin an exciting new chapter in the history of higher education in Texas.UHV also offers upper-level, face-to-face classes at two University of Houstonteaching centers in Fort Bend County, in addition to its home campus inVictoria, and online classes that students can take from anywhere.UHV provides students with a quality university education from exceptionalfaculty at a great value.3

Why should I go to UHV?A degree from UHV will give you the power to take your life to the next level.We offer classes to fit any schedule, with top-quality instruction at a priceyou can afford. A UHV degree will prepare you to establish a successfulcareer or go on to pursue graduate and even post-graduate studies.UHV offers a unique combination ofaffordability, excellence, safety andconvenience, and personal attention.4

AfordabilityTaking classes at UHV can save you up to $12,000on your bachelor’s degree compared with othermajor state universities.* In fact, UHV is ratedone of the most affordable public universities inTexas.** And to help you cover the cost ofeducation, UHV gives out nearly $15 millioneach year in scholarships, loans, grants and workstudy opportunities. Student jobs also areavailable on and off campus.5

Our staff will work with you to create a financial aidpackage designed to meet the needs of yourspecific situation.CourtneyPetitEducation Major, Class of 2011“I was surprised at the cost of tuition. It was extremelyaffordable compared with other colleges.”*Savings is calculated on the average cost of 15 semester credit hoursin 2008 for UT Austin, UT Dallas, Texas A&M and Texas Tech over four years.**Rated sixth most affordable, according to Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board fall 2008 data. 6

ExcelenceAlong with accreditation from the SouthernAssociation of Colleges and Schools, UHVschools hold accreditation by some of the topcredentialing organizations in the world.Earning a UHV degree will prepare you wellfor the career of your dreams.7

Some of our accreditations include:School of Business AdministrationAACSB International - The Association to AdvanceCollegiate Schools of BusinessSchool of NursingCommission on Collegiate Nursing EducationSchool of Education & Human DevelopmentTexas Education Agency; certification candidate,Texas Education Accreditation CouncilAnCabanlong,RNBSN class of 2009, and MSN Class of 2011“I've always wanted to get my advanced nursingdegree, and having a quality program close tohome really made it possible.”8

Safety&ConvenienceIf you are continuing your education, you don’thave to give up your life to chase your dreams.With many degrees offered entirely online, UHVallows you to take classes whenever andwherever it’s convenient. Combined with ourface-to-face courses offered in Victoria, SugarLand and Cinco Ranch, you can earn yourdegree and still have time for work and family life.9

• UHV is far enough away from home to let youestablish your independence, but close enoughso you can go home on the weekends.• UHV is located in a safe, small town of 62,000people who welcome college students.• The campus is only two hours from Austin, Houston,San Antonio and Corpus Christi, and a half houraway from the nearest beach.CaylaDluhosEducation Major, Class of 2009“Having so many classes available online helped me juggle a busyschedule. I was able to take all the classes I needed without a problem.”10

PersonalAtentionAt UHV, you are always a name and never anumber. UHV offers small class sizes that letprofessors provide you with personal attention,and staff members are always ready to assistyou with any problems.

If you need help getting started, we have personalguides in our Letting Education Achieve Dreams(LEAD) initiative who can walk you step by stepthrough the application, admissions, financial aidand registration process, and help you succeed.ClaireMcGeEducation Major, Class of 2011“It is clear that the teachers and the staff want the best for us!They help when you are lost or need to talk to someone aboutyour degree or classes.”12

What programs does UHV Offer?AcademicsUHV offers a growing list of innovative programs for the FIRST200 freshmen and sophomores and transfer students.We’re looking for 200 innovative and pioneering studentsto make history by joining the first group of freshmenand sophomores in the fall of 2010.Our inaugural underclassmen will have the opportunityto take part in groundbreaking new programs, includinga three-year bachelor’s degree, affordable internationaltravel opportunities, and student jobs that also providean educational experience.If you have any questions or need help navigating yourway through the application, admissions and financialaid processes, contact Denee Thomas, director of LettingEducation Achieve Dreams (LEAD) and StudentRecruitment, at (361) 570-4149, toll free at (877) 970-4848,ext.149, or by e-mail at recruitment@uhv.edu.Dn3The UHV Degree in Three program allows you to earn a complete bachelor'sdegree in just three years through a structured program that requires summerclasses only during the first year. You can earn a degree in Communication, Criminal Justice, English,History and Psychology. The program also offers international travel as part of the standard curriculumand an option to lock in tuition. The program can save you up to $12,000 in expenses and let you get ahead start on your career. In addition, UHV has some of the lowest per-hour tuition rates in Texas. To findout more about Dn3, contact Ashlee Wassick toll free at (877) 970-4848, ext. 184 or via e-mail atwassicka@uhv.edu .You can also visit www.uhv.edu/asa/dn3.htm for more information.

TransferStudentsUHV has a 35-year tradition of providing opportunities for community college students tocontinue their education with bachelor's and master's degrees. That proud tradition continuesin this new era of UHV's history.We welcome you to continue your education and achieve a bright future through aUHV degree.2 plus 2UHV maintains agreements with community colleges across the region so you can seamlesslytransfer and take your associate degree to a bachelor's degree or beyond. Participatingcolleges include The Victoria College, Austin Community College, Houston Community College,Wharton County Junior College, Lone Star College System and Coastal Bend College.“My classes at UHV really teach us both the whyand the how. We learn how to apply what we've studiedin the classroom to real-world situations.”- Kori Kocian - Biology Major, Class of 201214

ProgramsScholofArts&SciencesFIRST 200 & Transfer StudentsHumanities Division• B.A./B.S. Communication• B.A. Humanities - English• B.A. Humanities - History• Spanish for Professionals CertificateScience, Technology andMathematics Division• B.S. Biology• B.S. Computer Science• B.S. Computer Science − DigitalGaming and Simulation• B.S. Computer Science - InformationSystems• B.S. MathematicsSocial & Behavioral Sciences Division• B.S. Criminal Justice• B.A./B.S. PsychologyTransfer Students OnlyHumanities Division• Bachelor of Applied Arts & SciencesGraduate Students• M.S. Computer Information Systems• M.S. Counseling Psychology• M.A. Interdisciplinary Studies• M.S. Publishing• M.S. School Psychologywww.uhv.edu/asaIf you dream of being a video game designer,scientist, psychologist, journalist or something inbetween, you can learn the skills you need inthe School of Arts & Sciences. You can evendesign your own unique course of study with amaster’s degree in interdisciplinary studies. TheSchool of Arts & Sciences offers a diverse rangeof programs in the divisions of Humanities;Science, Technology and Mathematics; andSocial & Behavioral Sciences. It’s also home toliterary institutions like the American BookReview, Fiction Collective Two, symplokē andCuneiform Press. It also houses the internationalSociety for Critical Exchange. All of theseprograms and resources will provide you withan in-depth and hands on educationalexperience.“One reason I chose UHV as my destinationuniversity is because of the biology program.It's the perfect combination of academic theoryand practical knowledge based onreal-world experience.”- Justine PrewittBiology Major, Secondary Education ConcentrationClass of 2012

ProgramsFIRST 200 & Transfer StudentsBachelor of Business AdministrationAvailable Concentrations:• Accounting• Finance• General Business• Healthcare Administration• Management• MarketingGraduate ProgramsStrategic MBAAvailable Concentrations:• Accounting• Economic Development• Entrepreneurship• Finance• General Business• International Business• Management• MarketingGlobal MBAAvailable Concentrations:• Accounting• Economic Development• Entrepreneurship• Finance• General Business• Management• MarketingMaster of Science in EconomicDevelopment and Entrepreneurshipwww.uhv.edu/busScholofBusinesAdministrationIf your goal is to be a competitor in the globalbusiness environment, the UHV School ofBusiness Administration will give you the toolsyou’ll need. It offers complete face-to-faceand online programs, including the Bachelorof Business Administration, Strategic andGlobal Master of Business Administration, andthe unique Master of Science in EconomicDevelopment and Entrepreneurship. Theschool is accredited by AACSB International −The Association to Advance CollegiateSchools of Business. As of January 2010,AACSB accredits 579 business schools. Theschool was named one of the 301 BestBusiness Schools and the GreatestOpportunity for Minority Students by ThePrinceton Review, a Top 25 Best Buy indistance learning by GetEducated.com,one of the top five e-learning programs foraspiring entrepreneurs by Fortune SmallBusiness magazine, and has received manyother awards and recognitions.“With a teenager at home and a full-time job,UHV's online classes have provided me anavenue to finally get my business degree.”- Patricia HogueBusiness Major, Marketing, Class of 2010

ProgramsFIRST 200 & Transfer StudentsB.S. Interdisciplinary Studies• EC-Grade 6 Generalist Certificate• Grade 4- 8 Generalist Certificate• Teacher CertificationGraduate ProgramsM.Ed. Adult and Higher EducationAvailable Concentration:• Adult and Higher EducationLeadershipM.Ed. Curriculum and InstructionAvailable Concentrations and Certifications:• Reading• Reading Specialist Certification• Master Reading Teacher Certification• Math• Elementary Education• Master Math Teacher Certification• Secondary Education with ContentAreas in, Biology, Computer Science,English, History and MathM.Ed. Administration and SupervisionAvailable Concentrations and Certifications:• Educational Leadership withPrincipal Certification• General Leadership• Principalship Certification• Superintendent CertificationM.Ed. Special EducationAvailable Certification:• Educational DiagnosticianM.Ed. Counselor EducationAvailable Concentrations and Certifications:• School Counseling Certification withLicensed Professional Counselor• Community Counseling with LPC• Student Affairswww.uhv.edu/eduScholofEducation&HumanDevelopmentIf your dream has anything to do witheducating children or adults, theSchool of Education & HumanDevelopment can help you live it. Theschool offers programs to help youbecome a teacher, principal, schoolcounselor or superintendent. It alsooffers specialization certification inareas such as mathematics, reading,special education and English as aSecond Language. The school is amember in good standing with theTeacher Education AccreditationCouncil and is in the process ofachieving national accreditation.You’ll find our graduates working assuccessful teachers, counselors,principals and superintendents acrossthe region.“My dream has always been to help youngchildren learn and grow. UHV is makingthat dream a reality.”- Nicole Garcia - Education Major, Class of 2010

ProgramsFIRST 200 & Transfer StudentsRN to BSNSecond Degree BSNGraduate ProgramsMSNAvailable Concentrations:• Nurse Administration• Nurse EducationRN to MSN Bridgewww.uhv.edu/nursingScholofNursingIf you dream of taking your nursing career tothe next level, you can achieve it by earninga bachelor's or master's degree in programsdesigned specifically for working nurses orother busy professionals who want tobecome nurses. Through the School ofNursing, you can earn a master's degreewith concentrations in Nurse Administrationor Nurse Education. If you are a nurse andwant your BSN, you can register for ourflexible and innovative RN-BSN program. Ifyou have an existing bachelor's degree inanother field, you can jumpstart a nursingcareer in as little as 12 months. UHV'syoungest school recently was fullyaccredited by the Commission forCollegiate Nursing Education on its firstattempt. The school equips students tobecome leaders in nursing and thecommunities they serve. You'll find ourgraduates leading other nurses, managingdepartments and facilities, and teachingthe next generation of nurses.“I want to get my advanced degree to becomethe best nurse I can for the benefit of mypatients. UHV offers an excellent programclose by, which really made it possible.”- Holly DornakNursing Major, Class of 2010

The FacultyUHV faculty members have a reputation for going the extra mile when it comes totaking an interest in their students. They tend to know your name.UHV strives to keep a low student-to-faculty ratio and small class sizes to allow facultyto give more personal attention. Currently, the university enjoys a 17-to-1 ratio andan average class size of 20 students.The members of this diverse group are as global as theperspectives they bring to the classroom. Instructors comefrom Canada, China, Colombia, Belarus, India, Iran,Jordan, Kenya, Korea, Mexico, Russia, Taiwan andThailand.The syllabi they use have been duplicated in China,Vietnam, Mexico and a growing list of other countries. UHVinstructors also use the same curriculum online as they do inthe classroom.The faculty’s blend of global perspectives, classroom excellence and personalattention will provide you with a superior educational experience.23“The professors at UHV are very personable. They are willing tohelp students who are having trouble with their classes.”- LeAnn CernochBusiness Major, ManagementClass of 2010

The CampusWhat’s it likeat UHV?Nestled in the middle of the friendly community of Victoria,UHV’s 19-acre main campus is a busy place with students,faculty and community members coming and going all thetime. It is shaded by trees in the day and well lit at night forthe comfort and safety of all.The campus offers ample parking and constantly updatedfacilities. Most classes and administrative offices are housedin the University Center and University West buildings.The FIRST 200 members will make their home at Jaguar Hall, aformer hotel undergoing redesign and renovation to meetthe needs of the modern college student. The work will becompleted by fall of 2010.The campus is a treat for the eye with landscaping and worksof art meticulously cared for by UHV’s award-winninggrounds crew.UHV shares many facilities with The Victoria College,including a bookstore/student center, a four-story librarywith more than 200,000 volumes, and a fitness center thatincludes a gym and weight room.“UHV has a great atmosphere. It is not too big like some universities.It has a small-town, relaxed atmosphere, yet culture, art and literatureare all over the campus for everyone in the community to enjoy.”25- Christine MillerNursing Graduate Student, Class of 2007 and 2010

SeingtheCampusForYourselfWe offer a tour on the second Friday of every month, starting promptly at 10 a.m. The tourlasts about 45 minutes. It is important that you call in advance to reserve your spot so that wemay plan appropriately for your visit.Please contact tour visit coordinator Minnie Urbano at (361) 570-4135 or e-mail her attours@uhv.edu to schedule your tour and get answers to any questions.Tours are conducted from the Office of Student Success and Enrollment Management,Room 133 in the University West Building. The street address is 3007 N. Ben Wilson St.Visitors may park in any space not marked “reserved” in lots Q, S and T near the UniversityWest and University Center buildings.26

Student Support ServicesUHV offers a variety of student support resources. We encourage you to takeadvantage of these resources for any support you may need.Academic AdvisorsEach of the academic schools has advisors who help students with schedules,classes and transfer credit. Find the advisor for your school below and give them acall.If you aren’t sure who to call, contact Denee Thomas, director of Letting EducationAchieve Dreams (LEAD) and Student Recruitment, at (361) 570-4149 or toll free at(877) 970-4848, ext. 149.School of EducationSchool of Arts & Sciences& Human DevelopmentAshlee Wassickwassicka@uhv.eduAdvising Specialist(361) 570-4184Magen Besanconbesanconm@uhv.eduStudent Services Coordinator(361) 570-4185Sandy Hybnerhybners@uhv.eduStudent Recruitment Coordinator(361) 570-4252Dianna O’Quinnoquinnd@uhv.eduCertification Analyst(361) 570-4264School of Business AdministrationEmily Harrisonharrisone@uhv.eduStudent Services Coordinator(361) 570-4242Rhiannon Smithsmithr@uhv.eduSenior Student Services Coordinator(361) 570-4232School of NursingTammy Whatleywhatleyt@uhv.eduStudent Recruitment Coordinator(361) 570-429727“Student Solutions was created to provide studentswith a one-stop place for their most commonquestions and concerns. Our goal is to helpensure students' needs are met as quickly aspossible when they are registering or enrolling.”- Janet Foerster - Student Solutions Staff

Academic Center www.uhv.edu/acThe Academic Center is a warm and friendly place that offers support in writing, mathand other subjects you’ll need to have a successful college career. Tutors are studentswho have successfully completed the courses they’re tutoring and have receivedextensive training in the art and practice of tutoring. They provide their assistance bothface to face and online via e-mail.The Academic Center also is the university’s testing center and proctors make-upexams in case you miss regularly scheduled tests in your classes. They organize andproctor the state certification exams for teachers, as well as the Quick THEA, LSAT andGraduate Record Exam (GRE) Subject test, among others.Career Services and Student Employment www.uhv.edu/careerservicesThe Office of Career Services offers help with career exploration, career planning, andjob searching on and off campus . It also offers career fairs and other special events.Counseling CenterCollege and young adult life can present many challenges, some of which requireintervention and support from a trained professional. UHV wants to make sure wehave appropriate resources to address the challenges and concerns of students.UHV is in the process of forming a Counseling Center with the help of our counselingand psychology faculty members.Letting Education Achieve Dreams (LEAD) www.uhv.edu/leadThe Letting Education Achieve Dreams initiative is designed to provide personalguidance and assistance to students as they move through the process of startingtheir higher education careers.LEAD counselors and peer mentors can help you apply for admission, seek financialaid, register for classes and navigate the world of college, which representsunexplored territory for many families.Student Solutions www.uhv.edu/student_solutionsStudent Solutions staff members can answer questions about admissions,financial aid and fee payment. They work directly with students via thephone, in person or e-mail to ensure that students can get registered forclasses, understand their financial aid awards, and pay tuition and fees.28

Student Life & HousingOrganizations&ActivitiesYou can enhance your student experience at UHV by joiningone of our many student organizations that represent yourinterests and passions, or by writing your own chapter in UHVhistory by starting your own student organization. Some ofthe student organizations include:Criminal Justice SocietyMexican American Student OrganizationUHV Student SenateUnited Campus MinistriesYou can participate in many activities scheduledthroughout the year, including local parades, intramuralsports, movie and bowling nights, Wii game tournamentsand opportunities to volunteer with civic organizations.HonorSocietiesStudents with good grades may be invited to join one ofthe campus chapters of several national and internationalhonor societies.Here are some of the academic honor societies that haveUHV chapters:Phi Kappa PhiGamma Beta PhiChi Sigma IotaPsi Chi“Being involved in Student Senate really helped me become a part ofthe UHV community and deeply enriched my college experience.I'd recommend joining an organization to any student.”29- Erik Garino - Student Senate President 2009-2010

AirForceReserveOficerTrainingCorpsAfiliateProgramStudents interested in earning an officer commission in the United States Air Force canparticipate in the Air Force ROTC Affiliate Program UHV has with the University of Houstonmain campus. Cadets drive to Houston once a week for drill and two credit hours ofcourse work in military science each semester. The program is coordinated by the Schoolof Education & Human Development but is open to students in any school or major.Benefits of the program include scholarships and a $300-a-month stipend. SoEHD studentswill be reimbursed for mileage to and from Houston. Students are eligible to participate upto the beginning of their junior year.For more information, contact Sandy Hybner at hybners@uhv.edu or (361) 570-4252.Housing&MealsUHV will open Jaguar Hall in the fall of 2010 to allow you to make lifelong friends, formcherished memories and enjoy all the benefits of a supportive college environment.The university is spending $9 million to turn a former hotel into a safe, quality residence hallthat will feature double-occupancy rooms each with a private bathroom and Internet andcable access. And you won't have far to go to get to classes because Jaguar Hall is just a10-minute walk away from the UHV campus. It's also affordable, like the rest of your UHVexperience. Students will pay $2,025 a semester for housing and enjoy three full meals forless than $11 a day at the hall's dining facility. Other amenities include:• A welcome and information center• Academic tutoring and advising• A computer lab with technical support• Group and individual study areas• Social and networking opportunities30

Jaguars AthleticsThe UHV Jaguars baseball and softball teams strongly compete in the National Associationof Intercollegiate Athletics. Under the coaching of former Houston Astro Terry Puhl, thebaseball team won the first Association of Independent Institutions conferencechampionship in 2009. Led by former University of Houston Cougars catcher Keri Lambeth,the softball team won the first A.I.I. conference championship and finished 11th in thenation. UHV will add golf and soccer in the fall of 2010. UHV plans to add more sports as itcontinues to grow.The Jaguars participate in the Champions of Character Program, whichpromotes five core values in athletics: integrity, respect, responsibility,sportsmanship and servant leadership. UHV has been recognized the last twoyears for these efforts by being named a Champions of Character Institution.For more information about the Jaguars, go to www.uhvjaguars.com.31

City of VictoriaWhat is the city of Victoria like?The Victoria area is a strong, growingcommunity situated 30 miles inlandfrom the Gulf of Mexico on the mid-Texas Gulf Coast and serves as aregional hub for more than 200,000citizens. Victoria is located betweenfour major Texas cities: Houston, Austin,San Antonio and Corpus Christi.Victoria is the place where Texas history was written and the legendary Texascattle industry began. It is also one of the state’s oldest cities. The originalcolony, founded in 1824 by impresario Don Martin de Leon, was named for thefirst president of Mexico, Don Guadalupe Victoria. Now home to more than60,000 people, the city’s origins can still be celebrated by a visit to the historicdowntown district. This is truly a city where the charm of yesterday meets thethrill of tomorrow!The city is a regional center for medical care, the arts, shopping, dining andgeneral recreation. It also boasts some of the best fishing and outdoor lifearound. Victoria possesses a unique, welcoming, small-town atmosphereto make students feel at home.“Victoria is a great city in which to live, work and learn. UHV really enriches thatquality of life here in so many ways. The whole community can't wait to welcomethe FIRST 200 and share with them all the things that make this place so special.”33- Randy Vivian - President and CEO of the Victoria Chamber of Commerce, Class of 1993

AdmissionsUHV has different admissions requirements for members of the FIRST 200 and students transferring from otherinstitutions.RequirementsIn order to be eligible to be a member of the FIRST 200, you must have a U.S. high school diploma, a GeneralEquivalency Degree, or less than 12 semester-credit hours at an accredited community college or university. Youalso must meet two of the three requirements listed below:• Rank in the top 50 percent of your graduating senior class.• Have an overall high school grade-point average of a 2.0 on a 4.0 scale under the “recommended” or“advanced” high school program, or a similarly rigorous curriculum.NOTE: Students with a GED will be recognized as meeting this requirement.• A minimum score of 18 on the Enhanced American College Test (ACT) or a minimum score of 860 on theScholastic Assessment Test (SAT) Reasoning Tests (critical reading and math sections).SpecialAdmisionsStudents automatically will be accepted if they graduated in the top 10 percent of their class from an accreditedTexas public high school within two years prior to the academic year for which they are seeking admission to UHV.Students who fail to meet minimum admissions requirements will be individually reviewed and considered foradvised admissions. Check with an advisor listed on Page 27 for more information.“My whole job is to help students get into UHV and succeedonce they get here. If a student or aspiring student needshelp with anything, I'd love to hear from them.”- Denee ThomasDirector of Letting Education Achieve Dreams and Student Recruitment35

WhatoSubmitBefore you can be fully admitted as a freshman to UHV, the items listed below must be on file in the Office ofAdmissions and Records. Please contact Student Solutions at solutions@uhv.edu, (361) 573-0000, or toll free at(800) 687-3738 for more information.• An application for admission. Find it online at www.applytexas.org.• An official high school or home school transcript or official copy of your GED certificate.• ACT or SAT test score results sent directly from the College Board or ACT, or included on your official highschool transcript.• Proof that the Texas Success Initiative (TSI)** requirements have been met, or shown college readiness accordingto provisions of the Texas Success Initiative and UHV by submitting ASSET, COMPASS, SAT, ACT or ACCUPLACERscores or proof of a valid exception.TransferStudentRequirements*In order to transfer to UHV, you must have earned a minimum of 12 semester hours in nonremedial, college-levelcourse work from an institution accredited by one of the six recognized regional accrediting associations.Students also must meet the following requirements:• Hold a 2.0 college grade-point average on a 4.0 scale.• Proof that the Texas Success Initiative (TSI)** requirements have been met, or shown college readiness accordingto provisions of the TSI and UHV by submitting ASSET, COMPASS, SAT, ACT or ACCUPLACER scores or proof of avalid exception.• Be able to produce transcripts from all previously attended colleges or universities by the 12th class day in fallor spring semesters or fourth class day in summer semesters.Please note that the School of Nursing and the School of Education & Human Development’s teachingcertification programs have additional admissions requirements. Please check with the appropriate advisor, aslisted on Page 27.* Effective fall of 2010. For transfer requirements prior to fall 2010, please visit www.uhv.edu/oar.** For more information about the Texas Success Initiative and UHV’s related requirements, visit www.uhv.edu/oar/sti.aspx.36

AdmissionsBefore a transfer student can be fully admitted to UHV, the items listed below must be on file in the Office ofAdmissions and Records. Please contact Student Solutions at solutions@uhv.edu, (361) 573-0000, or toll free at(800) 687-3738 for more information.• An application for admission. Find it online at www.applytexas.org.• Official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended in the past, sent directly to UHV.• Valid proof of TSI**, alternative test scores or exemptions.A graduate degree opens up vast career opportunities and greatly increases lifetime earnings. A master’s degreefrom UHV can help you take your career to the next level.RequirementsIn order to be admitted to a master’s degree program at UHV, you’ll need to meet the following requirements:• Hold a bachelor’s degree from an institution accredited by one of six recognized regional accreditingassociations.• Have a transfer GPA of at least a 3.0 if you’ve taken up to 12 hours in another graduate program.• Be able to produce transcripts from all previously attended colleges or universities by the 12th class day infall or spring semesters or fourth class day in summer semesters.• Have access to an official copy of your Graduate Record Exam (GRE) General Test, GraduateManagement Admission Text (GMAT) or other test results.Applicants holding a master’s degree from another accredited institution only need to submit a transcript. Pleasenote that the Master of Science in Nursing degree has unique admissions requirements. Please consult with theSchool of Nursing for more information. Specific degree programs may have additional requirements, so studentsshould consult with individual advisors as early as possible.WhatoSubmitGraduateStudents** For more information about the Texas Success Initiative and UHV’s related requirements, visit www.uhv.edu/oar/sti.aspx.“I was nervous that applying for grad school would be complicated,but the staff at UHV made everything seem so easy!”- Melody VeceraPsychology Major, Class of 201137

TemporaryGraduateAdmisionStudents may be granted temporary graduate admission if they hold at least a baccalaureate degree from anaccredited institution and are not admitted to another graduate program at UHV. Students may take up to 12graduate hours under temporary graduate admission.WhatoSubmitBefore a graduate student will be fully admitted to UHV, the items listed below must be on file in the Office ofAdmissions and Records. Please contact Student Solutions at solutions@uhv.edu, (361) 573-0000, or toll free at(800) 687-3738 for more information.• An application for admission. Find it online at www.applytexas.org.• Official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended in the past, sent directly to UHV.• An official copy of all valid test results.• Any other documentation, test scores or additional material required by your specific program.For more information about any admissions requirements, visit the Office of Admissions & Records Web site atwww.uhv.edu/oar.DeadlinesFor important registration and application deadlines for graduate and transfer students, go to theonline academic calendar at www.uhv.edu/catalog/acacemic_calendar.asp.38

How much will all of this cost?How can I get helppaying for all this?FinancialAidThe University of Houston-Victoria administers a wide range of scholarships, grants, loans and work-study programsto help pay for the costs of achieving your dreams through education.WheretoStartFirst, you’ll need to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the UHV Scholarship Applicationas soon as possible, since money often is awarded in the order completed applications are received.Applications can be found online at www.fafsa.ed.gov and www.uhv.edu/ofa, or at the UHV Financial Aid Office,the University of Houston System at Sugar Land or UHS at Cinco Ranch.You’ll need to fill out new forms every year because regulations and requirements change regularly.Remember, in order for your application to be given a high priority, it must be received by these deadlines for thefollowing semesters:March 15 – Summer April 15 – Fall October 15 – Spring“I was really glad to find out how quickly the Financial Aid officestaff members responded to my questions. They worked really hardto make sure that money wouldn't be a barrier between me and my degree.”39- Fayeza KhanBusiness Major, Accounting, Class of 2010

For a list with short descriptions of the available types of financial assistance, check the UHV Financial AidWeb site, www.uhv.edu/ofa. This site also will give you important information about checking your status,accepting awards, and other requirements for specific types of financial aid.How can I reach people at UHVto answer my questions?ContactInformationSchool of Nursing(361) 570-4370School of Education & Human Development(361) 570-4371School of Business Administration(361) 570-4231School of Arts & Sciences(361) 570-4201Athletics(361) 570-3336Letting Education Achieve Dreams (LEAD)and Student Recruitment(361) 570-4893Student Solutions(361) 573-0000Financial Aid(361) 570-41253007 N. Ben WilsonVictoria, TX 77901www.uhv.edu40

3007 North Ben Wilson, Victoria TX 77901 • 1-877-970-4848 • (361) 570-4UHV • www.uhv.edu