The Jump

Registration for this year has closed.

The Jump helps incoming freshman get "a jump" on college life by offering the opportunity to complete two courses before the beginning of their first semester. Students will earn a total of six hours of credit towards their college degree.

Get the jump on your college experience

• Register for The Jump
• Learn about the program
• Learn about eligibility requirements
• Learn how much The Jump costs
• Learn which courses you can choose
• Learn about On-Campus Housing for The Jump
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Register for The Jump!

Registration is closed.

The deadline to enroll was Friday, June 13th.

How much does The Jump cost?

The cost for The Jump is approximately $725 – That’s 2 courses for the price of one! Payment is due by July 1. If you choose to drop on or before July 7th, you’ll get a 100% refund. A limited amount of on-campus housing is also available.

Eligibility for The Jump

To be eligible for The Jump, you must be TSI (Texas Success Initiative) exempt or have successfully passed the THEA. You must be deemed a Texas resident for tuition purposes to apply. You must also have been accepted to the UH Main Campus through UH Admissions. Not sure about your TSI status? Find out more about TSI.

Get the jump on your college success

• Complete two courses in just 20 days:
  From July 7th through August 11th, you will complete your first six hours of college credit. Classes are held Monday through Thursday from 10:00am to 3:00pm, with an hour lunch break.
• Receive 2-for-1 tuition:
  Receive two courses for the price of one.
• Experience Campus Living at a special rate designed for The Jump students. Campus Living offers students many benefits including the opportunity to form a community with common interests and goals, learn and experience different cultures, and develop a connection to UH - their University. Learn more about on-campus housing for The Jump.

• Learn the college ropes:
  Through The Jump you will have the opportunity to meet and connect with other incoming freshmen while learning the UH Campus. Smaller class sizes and most of the same students in both of your courses will allow you to get to know a group of fellow freshmen. By being on campus during the summer, you will have the chance to learn where your classes are before your fall semester.
• Commit to the Graduation Pledge:
  The Graduation Pledge is a grant program available to the freshman class. It offers you grant funds for successfully completing 30 hours of credit each academic year towards your selected major. The six hours earned from The Jump count toward your Graduation Pledge.

Get the jump on your college courses

You will choose either English or Math and either History or US Government. Each course applies toward required core courses for every college and major. If you have credit through Advanced Placement or dual credit, additional options will be available; please email us at thejump@uh.edu for more information.

You will choose one of these subjects...

Subject	Course Description
English	Freshman Composition
Math	College Algebra or Precalculus, depending on placement

... and one of these.

Subject	Course Description
U.S. Government	U.S. and Texas Constitutions and Politics
History	United States to 1877 or United States since 1877

Interested in Housing?

On campus housing is also available for the 5 week program for $650 with a $330 deposit. If you’re interested in on campus housing, contact the housing office at 713-743-6000 and let them know you’re part of The Jump. They’ll be sure to house you with other Jump students in our dorms. Please note that:

• Space is limited
• A meal plan is not included
• Residence Hall check-in for JUMP students is July 2.

Still have questions?

Visit the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page or, email us at thejump@uh.edu.