How to apply

Admission Deadlines:

October 1, for Spring admissions.
March 1, for Summer admissions.
May 1, for Fall admissions.

The University of Houston and the Department of Health and Human Performances require that all applicants submit the following items:

1. Completed Apply Texas Application found online at www.applytexas.org.

2. Three academic/professional letters of recommendation. These must be signed and on business letterhead.  

3. Official GRE scores sent electronically to institution code 6870 – University of Houston, Main Campus.

   • GRE scores more than 5 years old are not valid.

4. Official transcripts from all prior institutions attended.

   • A cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0. is expected for admittance into the M.Ed. in Physical Education program.
   • Evidence of award of degree, if applicable, must be reflected on the transcript(s).

Please note: The Office of Admissions will accept recently issued official transcripts received directly from the institution(s) attended or if your former institution's policy allows, transcripts delivered in the issuing institution's UNOPENED envelope. Transcripts in opened envelopes are NOT official and will not be used for admission purposes.

    5. Current resume.

    6. Statement of professional goals and interests.

Supporting application materials should be sent to: 

Graduate Admission Counseling

Prospective graduate students can contact the graduate admissions counselor for more information on any graduate program. The graduate counselor is usually available for online chat during regular business hours.