The Starting Line

Welcome to New Student Orientation

New Student Orientation

Orientation is your official introduction to life as a Cougar! This required experience is designed to help you transition smoothly into the University of Houston community.

College-ready starts here

TSI Assessment

The Texas Success Initiative (TSI)  ensures that students enrolled in public colleges and universities are ready to begin college-level coursework.

Your start in math

Math Placement Exam

Math placement exams are intended for first-year students with no prior college-level math credit.

Advising & Enrollment

Make your appointment in Navigate today

Schedule Your Advising Appointment

Your academic advisor is ready to help you map a clear path to graduation. All appointments for currently enrolled undergraduates are scheduled through Navigate Student.

Be planned and prepared

Plan for an Advising Appointment

Don’t just show up at an advising appointment – use the Guide to Academic Advising to get the full benefit of that time with your advisor.

Your academic map is the guide to your degree

Academic Maps

The academic map for your major outlines the courses and requirements needed to plan your timely degree progression. 

Make sure you are ready to enroll

Enrollment Ready

Your success each semester starts with a successful enrollment experience.

Advisor contact information, by college

Undergraduate Academic Advising

Advising appointments for currently enrolled undergraduate students are scheduled through Navigate Student, but reach out by email for quick questions.

Your journey continues—and we’re here to help you succeed

Readmitted Student Next Steps

Your success is our primary goal, and we look forward to you completing your educational journey at the University of Houston.

Specialized Advising

Prepare to transfer to UH

Transfer Advising Program (TAP)

The Transfer Advising Program provides guidance for prospective transfer students interested in completing a Bachelor's degree at the University of Houston. 

Plan for a career in the health professions

Health Professions Advising

Health Professions Advising connects UH students with the resources needed to successfully explore, prepare for, and enter a career in the health professions

Graduation Game Plan

Prepare for a flawless ending

Graduation Checklist

Ensure all coursework and other requirements are met leading into your final semesters. 

Cougars Rise. Families Cheer. The Future Begins

Commencement

Whether you're walking the stage or cheering from the crowd, this site keeps the Cougar spirit strong and the celebration seamless.