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Spring Classes begin January 17. We're here to assist our returning Cougars! Coming back to campus is no sweat if you remember that these campus services are ready to help you get things done and get back into gear.

myUH ENROLLMENT SERVICES

The UH Welcome Center, home to the myUH Enrollment Services offices of Admissions, Scholarships and Financial Aid, Registration and Academic Records, and Student Financial Services, will be open for extended hours January 9 through January 20.  Extended hours of operation will be:

  • Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
  • Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The myUH Enrollment Services Call Center (713-743-1010) will also be open for extended hours to answer student questions by phone January 9 through January 20.  Extended hours of operation will be:

  • Monday-Thursday: 8 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
  • Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.


Important Information for Returning Students:

  • Login to your myUH accounts daily to keep up-to-date with your enrollment and student financial status!
  • Students must make Spring 2012 payment arrangements by January 10. Payment plans, including the Installment Payment Plan (25% of total balance due on or before January 10), and Transition Funding Options are available online in students' myUH account.
  • Financial Aid will begin disbursing into students' accounts on the first day of the Spring 2012 semester. Any additional funds not used to pay for tuition and fees will then be distributed to the student via Higher One. Students must login to Higher One and select an electronic refund preference in order to ensure prompt delivery of their refunds.


Dates to Remember:

  • January 24:  Last day to add a fall class online via myUH
  • February 1:  Last day to drop a class or withdraw online via myUH without receiving a grade in the course.


For Additional Information:

PARKING AND TRANSPORTATION


Parking Lot Map, including new temporary lots

Parking Lot Availability Map


Parking Permit Types

  • Economy - allow to park in outlying Economy parking lots. Two campus shuttles run between the Economy lots and the center of campus.
  • Economy Plus - allow you to park in any non-restricted parking lot weekdays from 5 p.m. to 7 a.m. and all day on weekends and university holidays.
  • Student Commuter - are valid in Student or Economy parking lots.
  • Students can register for parking through the Parking & Transportation Services website. If you have questions, please call: 713-743-1097.

UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON DINING SERVICES

UH Dining Services provides an array of dining options on campus, ranging from all-you-care-to-eat programs in residential locations to retail dining at brands like Chick-fil-A, Einstein's Bros. Bagels, Subway and many more. Whether you're eating on campus every day or just a few times a week, you could be saving money with a meal plan. Catering on Cullen is a premier caterer that can add a special touch to your perfect event.  You can choose from one of our specialty menu options or customize a plan to fit your needs.


UNIVERSITY COPY CENTER

The University Copy Center is your on campus print and postal center here to serve the UH community. We are a full digital print shop with production color and b/w machines, conveniently located in the Welcome Center, Our experienced staff can help you with all of your printing and postal needs.  Our wide format printers produce stunning posters, banners and signs perfect for indoor or outdoor use. Visit us online

  • Full-Service Copy & Print Shop
  • Indoor/Outdoor Banners, Posters & Signs
  • Full Service Mail & Parcel Services -- DHL/USPS/FedEx/UPS
  • Course Packets 

UH BOOKSTORE

Textbooks Your Way!  Rental, Digital, Used and New. Buy your books at our convenient campus location at the UC or online.

Spring Regular Hours:

  • Monday - Thursday - 7:45 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
  • Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  • Saturday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

VENDING SERVICES

Vending Services manages vended beverages (Coca-Cola), snacks, frozen food, fresh food, coffee (Canteen) and ice cream products. Vending machines are available in 45 buildings on campus. For more information, including a list of vending locations and the refund policy, visit us online or call 832-842-9053.

COUGAR CARD

The Cougar Card is now the official ID Card for the University of Houston. Visit us at the Welcome Center or online. Hours of Operation: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday - Friday

UNIVERSITY IT

University Information Technology can assist you with all of your computing needs. Learn about the UH wireless networks, computer labs, discounts available on hardware and software, as well as security tips and computing resources available on campus.