Retention and Graduation Initiatives

Welcome to the Office of Retention and Graduation Initiatives (RGI) at the University of Houston! We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your academic journey, whether you're just starting as a first-year student, transferring in, or nearing graduation.  

From New Student Programs to our Degree Completion team and Peer Assistant Leaders (PALs), we offer a variety of resources and services to ensure your experience at UH is smooth and successful.

Our data-driven approach means that our support is personalized to meet your individual needs, helping you stay on track and achieve your goals. 


Your Academic Journey

Your First Year

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Start Your Journey

Staying on Track

Cougar Grounds

Let us help you stay on track with personalized support, academic planning tools, and year-by-year guidance through Cougar Tracks. These resources are designed to help you stay on track and on the path to timely degree completion.

Plan Your Path

Graduation Initiatives

Spring Graduation

The Degree Completion Team and Peer Assistant Leaders provide proactive support, tailored to each student's needs. Using a data-informed, case management approach, the team identifies students at risk and delivers targeted intervention.  They collaborate closely with faculty and staff to help students overcome barriers to retention, progression, and graduation. 

Finish Strong

When You Need Help

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Peer Assistant Leaders (PALs) are experienced UH students who understand what it’s like to navigate college life. Whether you're figuring out university processes, balancing responsibilities, or just need someone to talk to, PALs offer relatable, one-on-one support to help you move forward.

Find a PAL


For Campus Partners

The RGI Degree Completion Team collaborates with faculty and staff to identify and address barriers that may prevent students from progressing toward graduation. Our Degree Completion Specialists provide personalized support, respond to referrals, and offer data-driven insights to help students stay on track.