Profile: University of Houston

The University of Houston, Texas’ premier public metropolitan research and teaching institution, is home to over forty research centers and institutes and sponsors more than 300 partnerships with corporate, civic, and governmental entities. UH stands at the forefront of education, research, and service. The largest and most comprehensive component of the University of Houston System, UH offers a full range of undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and special professional degrees.

UH public service and community activities, such as cultural offerings, clinical services, policy studies, and small-business initiatives, serve a diverse metropolitan population. Likewise, the resources of the Gulf Coast region complement and enrich the university’s academic programs, providing students with professional expertise, practical experience, and career opportunities. UH has awarded more than 230,000 degrees, and approximately 75 percent of our alumni remain in the Houston area.