We require each applicant to pay a nonrefundable admissions application fee of $75. This fee is payable three days after submitting your application.
After submitting your application, you will gain access to E-Services, UHCL's online student portal. Log in to your E-Services account to pay the application fee. For instructions on how to make this payment, see our Student How-to Guide for paying application fees (PDF).
test report(s) match with the name on the student’s passport. Please contact the Office of International Admission & Programs for guidance if there is any variation of name (including order).
Proof of English Language Proficiency
If you were born or educated in a country where English is not the native language, you must demonstrate English proficiency prior to admission. You can meet this requirement by taking the internet TOEFL exam, Intensive English Language Test (IELTS) exam, Pearson Test of English (PTE) or by successfully completing the ELS Intensive English Language program.
Your minimum scores must be:
- 79 on the TOEFL (iBT) exam;
- 6.0 on the IELTS exam, 53 on the PTE exam; or,
- You can successfully complete level 112 in the ELS Intensive English Language program.
- 115 Duolingo English Test
https://www.uhcl.edu/admissions/apply/international/how-to-apply-international/freshman/