Find your place, pursue your passions, and prepare for what comes next.

Attending college should be about more than earning a degree. At the University of Houston-Clear Lake (UHCL), you’ll be inspired to aim higher, discover new possibilities, and create a future that is uniquely yours.

Whether you are starting college for the first time or continuing your journey, UHCL offers the support, experiences, and connections that help you belong, thrive, and launch into your future.

Choose from UHCL’s accredited undergraduate programs, designed to combine small class sizes, faculty mentorship, and hands-on learning with industry connections across Houston. Whether you’re pursuing business, STEM, or the humanities, you’ll benefit from a curriculum that prepares you for graduate school or in-demand careers.

College of Business

With each degree backed by accreditation from the esteemed Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), UHCL's College of Business offers a stellar education in a variety of disciplines, complete with numerous online and face-to-face class options.

College of Education

The College of Education is accredited by the Texas State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC), the College of Education at UHCL provides ample opportunities to receive the education you need for the career of your dreams.

College of Science & Engineering 

At UHCL's College of Science and Engineering, your pursuit of knowledge will take you from classroom theory to practical application and will prepare you to solve real-world problems in your area of specialization.

College of Human Sciences & Humanities 

As a student in UHCL's College of Human Sciences and Humanities, you'll receive a robust liberal arts education that puts the tools for discovery, reflection and critical thinking into your hands. We want to empower your imagination and foster your intellectual development.

From project-based courses to internships with Houston-area employers like NASA and Boeing, UHCL programs give you the real-world experience you need to be career-ready.

With competitive tuition and programs like Hawk Promise and New Hawk Scholarship, UHCL helps you manage costs and stay on course toward graduation.

A 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio means smaller classes where faculty know your name, care about your goals, and mentor you along the way.

Study just minutes from UHCL’s industry partners like NASA, Boeing, and the Texas Medical Center, giving you direct access to world-class research, internships, and job opportunities.

“Before coming to University of Houston-Clear Lake, I had no idea I could ever work at NASA with astronauts. I would never have imagined I’d be doing this.”

-Eric Washington, B.S. in Computer Science ‘23

College is more than attending classes and earning degrees, it’s about finding your community. At UHCL, you have flexible options for attendance: a commuter-friendly campus with easy access and plenty of parking, or the option to live on campus in Hunter Hall. With more than 100 student organizations, professional clubs, and leadership opportunities, you’ll find countless ways to get involved, make friends, and create a home away from home.

Explore opportunities designed to shape meaningful futures.

Applying to college can feel overwhelming–but you don’t have to do it alone. Share your information and our team will get in touch to help you explore majors, learn about your financial aid options, navigate transfer credits, or answer any questions you have about becoming a Hawk.

At UHCL, community college students and associate degree completers find a welcoming community ready to support them in their next chapter. Our advisors take the time to understand your goals and guide you toward the right degree path, helping you avoid unnecessary courses and move forward with confidence. With Transfer Equivalency Guides, you will know exactly how your previous classes count toward your bachelor’s degree, giving you a clear path to graduation.

If you are bringing 30 or more credits and have a GPA of 2.75 or higher, you may also qualify for UHCL’s $1,000 Automatic Transfer Scholarship to help you finish your degree.

See what it’s like to be a Hawk. Schedule a weekday or Saturday tour for a personalized look at campus, Hunter Residence Hall, and our student resources. You’ll also have a chance to meet with enrollment counselors and apply on the spot.

Each semester you can also join us for Discover UHCL to see for yourself what it means to be a Hawk. At our open house, you can:

• Learn about our academic programs and faculty support
• Get answers about financial aid, scholarships, and admissions
• Explore student involvement opportunities
• Tour our campus and residence hall

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