How to Apply as an International Transfer

For more information regarding deferring your application, please visit Deferring International Admission.

Students interested in qualifying for scholarships &/or applying for visas outside the U.S. should apply and submit the application documents/test scores by the priority deadline

*International freshmen applicants will not be accepted for Summer semester.

Admission Requirements for Transfer Students

The transfer application process considers factors like the number of college credit hours on your transcript and your grade-point average (GPA).

Semester Credit Hours Required Cumulative GPA*
0-11 Must meet freshman admissions criteria.
12-29 2.75
30-44 2.25
45 or more 2.00

If you are transferring to UHCL students having earned an Associate Degree, you may be admitted if:

Special Requirements

Applicants who have earned associate degrees must meet the university's transfer admissions requirements. Applicants who do not meet the transfer admissions requirements may be reconsidered through departmental review or admissions appeals.

Track Offered BAS – Healthcare Services Special Requirements

Applicants who have earned associate degrees must meet the university's transfer admissions requirements. Applicants who do not meet the transfer admissions requirements may be reconsidered through departmental review or admissions appeals.

Special Requirements

Applicants who have earned associate degrees must meet the university's transfer admissions requirements. Applicants who do not meet the transfer admissions requirements may be reconsidered through departmental review or admissions appeals.

Track Offered B.A.S. – Information Technology*

*This plan is not available to UHCL freshmen. It is exclusively available to qualified transfer students seeking their first bachelor’s degree. Qualified transfer students must transfer a minimum of 33 hours which must include at least 15 hours of technical electives.

The RN-BSN program is designed specifically for licensed registered nurses seeking a seamless accelerated BSN degree. For more information regarding the application process, please contact the Office of Enrollment Services at UHCL at Pearland at plenrollment@uhcl.edu or 281-212-1690.

Admission Requirements Application Materials

Application for admission into the RN-BSN Program follows the same deadline as the UHCL general admissions dates.

Please send your documents to one of the following addresses:

UHCL at Pearland
Office of Enrollment Services
1200 Pearland Parkway
Pearland, TX 77581

Office of Admissions
University of Houston-Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area Blvd., Box 13
Houston, TX 77058-1002

Admission into the BSW program begins with starting and completing the undergraduate admission process. However, admission into the BSW program occurs once students have begun their coursework at UHCL. Interested students are encouraged to reach out to the Program Faculty with questions.

Policy & Procedures

Applications accepted at any time.
All materials must be submitted by July 15 for Fall admission and December 15 for Spring admission.

Steps to Apply

1) Apply Online

Submit your application at Apply Texas by the application deadline.

2) Pay the Application Fee

We require that you pay a non-refundable application fee of $75. After submitting the admissions application, you will gain access to E-Services, your UHCL student portal, and can pay online.

3) Submit your Transcripts by Mail

As a transfer applicant, you must provide the Office of International Admissions & Programs (OIAP) with:

You must submit these documents in the original language and English translations (if applicable).

When this is not possible, documents certified by one of the following will be accepted as "true" or official copies:

NOTE: Copies of transcripts, degrees, or diplomas attested by Heads of Departments, Professors, or Notaries will not be accepted.

Students who have taken university level courses outside of the U.S. are required to submit a course-by-course evaluation by one of the following:

This additional documentation is used to determine transfer credit. Some required core courses cannot be transferred from non-Texas institutions. Any appropriate credit will be granted according to UHCL degree requirements in effect at the time of enrollment.

You must post these documents to:
Office of International Admissions and Programs
2700 Bay Area Blvd, MC 225
Houston, TX 77058
USA

4) Submit your official Test Scores from the testing agency to UHCL

Before submitting any test score, applicants should make sure that the names on their test report(s) match with the name on the student’s passport. Please contact the Office of International Admission & Programs for guidance if there is any variation of name (including order).

Proof of English Language Proficiency

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:

Duolingo English Test access information: Information on preparing for the exam | Take the exam or practice exam. A few days after completing the exam, a verification email will be sent to you which contains a link to send your score to UHCL. A minimum score of 115 is required, although some programs may require a higher score.

Your scores cannot be more than two years old and only those received directly from the testing company will be accepted. You can also review the academic catalog to determine if you qualify for a waiver of this requirement.

English Proficiency Waiver Consideration for Approved SBEC List of Recognized English Speaking Countries: SBEC Approved List of Countries

5) Submit Your Financial Documents

U.S. immigration law requires international students on F-1 and J-1 visas to document their ability to pay the cost of attending (tuition, fees, housing, books, supplies, etc.) equal to one year of study.

Official bank statements issued no older than (6) months

Acceptable financial documents include:

Unacceptable financial documents include:

Affidavit of Support are required for international students who plan to apply for F-1 or J-1 visa status. Each sponsor must sign an Affidavit of Support. Students supporting themselves must also sign an Affidavit of Support.

If you meet the academic admission requirements, your admission will not be finalized (documents for your student visa will not be issued) until your original financial documents are reviewed and processed.

6) Submit Your Immigration Documents

All applicants are required to submit a copy of their passport ID page(s). Also,

7) Submit the Student Statement of Understanding

A Student Statement of Understanding form must be signed and submitted as proof that you have read and understand all UHCL admission requirements. This form also identifies your visa status as well as any dependents you may need to include on your I-20 or DS-2019.

Frequently Asked Questions

Submit (by post) ALL of the following Original Documents in English and in the native language *

  1. Your Official Transcripts or Consolidated Grade/Mark sheets.
  2. If your institution issues grade/mark sheets, you are required to submit the individual Grade/Mark Sheets for each Semester including passing and failed mark sheets. Semesters need to be clearly marked such as Semester 1, 2, 3 etc. listing the Month/Year they were taken.
  3. Official Proof of Diploma/Degrees or Provisional Certificates.

Explanation of Official Transcripts, Grade/Mark Sheets, Proof of Degrees:

  1. Original Documents or
  2. Documents - all pages - attested by one of the following:
    1. Registrar
    2. Principal
    3. Controller of Examinations
    4. Ministry of Education
    5. Ministry of Foreign Affairs or International Cooperation

    Exception: All pages do not need to be attested if School Documents are mailed by the School in a sealed, stamped envelope signed by one of the following:

    1. Registrar
    2. Principal
    3. Controller of Examination

    Please Note: Attestations on school documents OR on envelops by Heads of Departments, Professors, or Notaries will not be accepted.

    *Proof of Official School Documents in Native Language Requirements: Please contact the Office of International Admissions & Student Services to request if you need to provide documents not only in English but in native language as well. oias@uhcl.edu

    Students whose documents are usually issued in their native language are required to submit the native language documents and word for word official translations. For example, if transcripts from Mexico are issued, applicants are required to submit the native language transcript and official word for word translations of the transcripts. Applicants who are unsure if they should have native language documents and word for word English translations can e-mail oias@uhcl.edu for clarification.

    Translation of School Documents Requirement:

    University of Houston-Clear Lake requires applicants to submit a word for word translation of your Transcripts, Grade/Mark Sheets, and official proof of degrees.

    Word-for-Word translation will be accepted by one of the following:

    1. The College /University who issued your school documents in native language.
    2. Consulate/Embassy approved English translators
    3. Certified Translator - recognized by the American Translators Association.
    4. NACES Member - Do not purchase an evaluation; we only need a word-for-word translation

    Contact

    International Admissions

    Bayou Building B2123
    2700 Bay Area Blvd, Box 225
    Houston, TX 77058-1002

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