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University welcomes one of its largest freshman classes and its largest transfer cohort in five yearsThe University of Houston-Clear Lake welcomed one of the largest freshman classes in its history this fall, with Official Reporting Day data showing …

The University of Houston-Clear Lake is among the top public universities and best value colleges in Texas, with several rankings climbing significantly in the 2027 Niche College Rankings.UHCL ranked No. 7 among Top Public Universities in Texas and …

New agreement creates direct pathway to UHCL for eligible Dickinson ISD students beginning with Fall 2027 applicantsThe University of Houston-Clear Lake and Dickinson Independent School District today launched a new Guaranteed Admission partnership …

Gaining professional experience can be an important step toward launching a career, but for students balancing classes, jobs and other responsibilities, fitting a traditional internship into an already busy schedule isn't always easy.The Center for …

Family income eligibility increases to $100,000 beginning with the Fall 2027 application cycle Beginning with the Fall 2027 application cycle, the University of Houston-Clear Lake will increase the family income eligibility threshold for its Hawk …

Through an internship with V2X, leadership experiences and a network of campus mentors, UHCL finance student Aiman Fatima discovered a career path she never imagined while proving that determination can open unexpected doors. At 15, Aiman Fatima's …

For students exploring future careers in science and technology, a week at the University of Houston-Clear Lake offered more than hands-on research. It provided a glimpse of what their future could become.As a key partner in the 2026 JASON Learning …

Long after the final whistle sounds, Elizabeth Umanzor (’19) hopes visitors remember more than the matches.Through a vibrant mural created as part of Houston's FIFA World Cup festivities, the University of Houston-Clear Lake alumna is inviting …

When Daniel Zakrzewski returned to college in his 30s, he wasn't chasing a lifelong dream of becoming an engineer. He was searching for a new direction.After earning a degree in history from Texas A&M University and considering a future in …

When University of Houston-Clear Lake graduate Alec Broadhurst walks into work each day at Intuitive Machines, he's contributing to software systems designed to support future space missions and sustained human presence on the moon.Just a year ago, …

Just a few years ago, Andrew Gallaher was unsure whether he could pursue a degree in physics. Today, the University of Houston-Clear Lake graduate is helping support one of NASA's most iconic scientific missions.Weeks after earning his Bachelor of …

When Jai Gershmel graduated from Texas Tech University with a degree in kinesiology and a minor in sports medicine, she thought she had a fairly clear sense of where her future was headed.Like many students in the field, she considered careers in …

For years, commencement at the University of Houston-Clear Lake was familiar territory for Dr. Uttam Pokharel.As an associate professor of chemistry in UHCL’s College of Science and Engineering, he had watched countless students prepare to cross the …

Choosing the right college isn’t just a decision—it’s a crossroads moment, the kind that stirs up equal parts hope, nerves, and thoughts of a future that feels within reach.Of course, finding a degree program led by accomplished faculty matters …

In working towards a long-term life goal, there comes a moment when you can finally see that the end is in sight. Your efforts have paid off, and with piercing clarity, you know the years of hard work and overcoming challenges are leading you to the …

When JJ Garza arrives at the University of Houston-Clear Lake this fall, he will be returning to a city that helped shape his future long before he ever considered college.Growing up in Mercedes, Texas, Garza made frequent trips to Houston while his …

Keamia Rasa did not arrive at the University of Houston-Clear Lake with a rigid plan for her future.What she did have was curiosity, a background shaped by high-level athletics, and a growing interest in human performance and space …

When Jamelah Thomas enrolled at the University of Houston-Clear Lake, she was searching for more than a graduate degree. She was searching for direction.Today, the Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) student is preparing to graduate in …

More than 180 students, faculty, and staff gathered at the University of Houston-Clear Lake’s second annual Military-Connected End-of-Year Celebration Dinner, an evening dedicated to recognizing the achievements, resilience, and community spirit of …

The University of Houston–Clear Lake is continuing to strengthen its support for veterans and military-connected students after receiving a $200,000 College Credit for Heroes (CCH) grant through the Texas Workforce Commission. The funding will help …

As graduates filled NRG Arena on Saturday, May 9, for the University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Spring 2026 Commencement, Nicolas (Nico) Martinez and Ana Perales celebrated more than the completion of a degree program. Alongside more than 900 graduates …

Before she ever steps into a hospital office, Samarian Hope Kingston already knows what it feels like to be on the other side of care — uncertain, vulnerable, and searching for compassion. That perspective was what she carried with her on Saturday, …

On Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 3 p.m., Fatima Arif will stand before more than 500 graduates and their families at NRG Arena — not just as a graduate, but as a voice for a class that knows what it means to question, rebuild, and rise.Arif will deliver …

Juana Rodriguez knows a perfect fit when she sees one. She saw it when she first visited the University of Houston-Clear Lake before enrolling for her Bachelor of Science in Legal Studies. The smaller campus, proximity to home, and the program's …

After 20 years in fire and emergency medical services, William Godfrey is proving that education has no expiration date and that reinvention can happen at any stage of a career. On May 9, 2026, Godfrey will graduate from the University of …

At the University of Houston-Clear Lake, leadership is not defined by titles alone. It is shaped by action, service, and a willingness to grow. That spirit is exemplified by Abigale Chávez, a senior biological sciences major.Chávez is scheduled to …

When Heidi Campo arrived at the University of Houston-Clear Lake to pursue her Master of Science in Exercise and Health Sciences, she was initially nervous about returning to school in her mid-30s. However, she soon learned that her decades of …

For 10 University of Houston-Clear Lake students, saying “yes” to an unpaid internship this spring came with a cost: fewer work hours, tighter budgets, and added financial pressure.The UHCL Bright Futures Intern Scholarship helped ease that burden, …

At the annual 1974 Society Dinner on April 16, the University of Houston-Clear Lake brought its mission into sharp focus. Not through statistics or strategy alone, but through the people whose lives and work are shaped by donor generosity. Members …

Before most students find their footing, Sarah Delgado is already mapping the future one dataset, one story, and one classroom experience at a time. Her academic path has already led her to present at the American Geophysical Union (AGU) Fall …