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Deciding whether to attend graduate school is a significant decision to make. For those who do decide to take their educational journeys a step further, choosing the right graduate school is even more crucial.
Our very own, University of Houston, is home to a developed graduate school, which we will explore further. As of Fall 2023, a total of 6,838 graduate students enrolled at UH.
Did you know? In 2024, 17 of UH’s graduate programs were ranked in the Top 50 graduate programs nationwide by the U.S. News and World Report. And it gets even better…
Four of the UH graduate programs secured a place in the top ten rankings! Three of the four programs are from the UH Law Center and one comes from the Cullen College of Engineering.
UH is home to 16 graduate schools offering around 200 graduate programs, including dual degree programs, online programs and specialized certifications. Here is a deeper glance at each of them:
1. Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture and Design
The College of Architecture and Design offers a Master of Science degree in Architecture and Industrial Design as well as a Master of Arts degree in Architectural Studies. After graduation, graduates can delve into careers such as urban planners, project managers, industrial designers and roles in real estate as well.
2. Kathrine G. McGovern College of the Arts
The College of the Arts provides a master’s degree in Art History, Music, Studio Art, Theatre and Acting, Theatre Studies and more. With a creative graduate degree, graduates can explore career options in the form of writers, artists, musicians, cultural consultants and museum curators.
3. C.T. Bauer College of Business
Offering a range of online and in-person master’s and doctoral degrees, every business enthusiast can specialize in their preferred field, be it Business Analytics, Global Business Leadership, Finance, Marketing, Real Estate or something else. Bauer’s motto encourages students to “treat the future as their business.” Pursuing a graduate degree is surely one way of doing so.
4. College of Education
The College of Education offers one of the university’s largest graduate programs. Whether it be Curriculum and Instruction, Professional Leadership, Counseling or another subject, a master’s or doctorate degree in Education is well attainable for those looking to excel in the world of academia.
5. Cullen College of Engineering
Besides the Petroleum Engineering graduate program being ranked ninth nationwide, Cullen College of Engineering is also home to master’s and doctorate degrees in other engineering programs such as Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering and more.
6. Conrad N. Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management
The College of Hotel and Restaurant Management offers a Master of Science in Global Hospitality as well as Hospitality Management. It also offers a doctorate in Hospitality Administration. With these degrees, graduates will be equipped to work as entrepreneurs in the hotel industry or take on executive roles in luxury resorts, restaurants and hospitality businesses.
7. UH Law Center
With the Health Care Law program ranked seventh and Part-Time Law and Intellectual Property Law programs ranked eighth nationwide, law enthusiasts can obtain a Master of Law in various branches. This will help graduates open their own law firms as well as enhance opportunities to work as lawyers for government agencies, NGOs and other reputable corporations.
8. College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences
At CLASS, enthusiasts in fields like Anthropology, Communication, Creative Writing, Economics, History, Kinesiology, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology and more can pursue their master’s and doctorate degrees. As a result, graduates can unlock careers in professional teaching, research and work for non-profits as well as governments.
9. Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine
The College of Medicine opened its doors to train the next generation of promising medical professionals at its $80 million facility which opened in the summer of 2022.
10. College of Natural Sciences & Mathematics
All STEM enthusiasts can attain a Master of Science or a doctorate in areas such as Atmospheric Sciences, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics and more at the College of NSM.
11. Andy and Barbara Gessner College of Nursing
The College of Nursing offers its sole program, Masters of Science in Nursing, allowing nurse professionals to specialize in distinctive areas and to help them become educators and practitioners as well.
12. College of Optometry
It may be “eye-catching” for ophthalmologists to take their credentials up a notch by obtaining a master’s or doctorate in Physiological Optics or even a Doctor of Optometry from the College of Optometry.
13. College of Pharmacy
Offering three doctoral programs in Pharmaceutics, Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Health Outcomes and Policy, the College of Pharmacy is the place for all pharmacy graduates interested in earning a doctoral degree. Additionally, the college also offers a Master of Science in Pharmacy Leadership and Administration.
14. Graduate College of Social Work
At the Graduate College of Social Work, students can earn a Master of Social Work or a doctorate. Being involved in social justice leadership, counseling, clinical social work and policy advocacy may be some career options for potential social work graduates.
15. College of Technology
The College of Technology offers a Master of Science Degree in Construction Management, Cyber Security, Engineering Technology, Global Retailing, HR Development, Foresight, Supply Chain and Logistics Technology and Technology Project Management. The various selections of programs open interesting opportunities for those seeking to propel their careers in technology.
16. Hobby School of Public Affairs
Lastly, Hobby School of Public Affairs provides a master’s in Public Policy or Public Administration. They also offer a graduate certificate in Public Policy for those wanting to take a different route in their graduate school journey.
There is something for everyone here at UH, be it an undergraduate or graduate program. The programs here are effectively curated to prepare its graduates to take on the world and make a difference in it.
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