Why Technology Division programs are offered at UH at Sugar Land?
The expansion to UH at Sugar Land is part of President Khator’s vision to extend the reach of the University beyond its current location to a region where industry and commerce is expanding at a rapid rate and needs of the Technology Division at the Cullen College of Engineering unique programs to support economic development.
Is UH at Sugar Land a different University than UH?
No, UH at Sugar Land is an instructional site of the University. UH at Sugar Land is an extension of the main campus. The only change is the geographical location — everything else remains the same.
What undergraduate programs are offered at UH at Sugar Land?
What graduate programs are offered at the UH Sugar Land and the UH Main campuses?
Can I take all my courses at UH Sugar Land?
Students can take their core courses at UH Main Campus during their first three semesters. Major courses will be taken at UH-SL, allowing students to experience campus life, reside in dormitories if desired, and avoid frequent commuting between campuses.
Are shuttle services offered between Main Campus and Sugar Land?
Yes, shuttles run Monday–Thursday from 7 a.m.–10 p.m. and Fridays from 7 a.m.–7 p.m. during the fall and spring semesters. In order to ride this shuttle, a student needs to meet the eligibility requirements to have a shuttle permit issued to them by Parking and Transportation Services. Those who do not have a shuttle permit will not be allowed to board the shuttle bus. To be eligible, a student must be taking in-person face-to-face classes at both the main campus and in Sugar Land, or they live on campus and are taking face-to-face in-person classes in Sugar Land. Faculty and staff are not eligible for a shuttle permit. The Sugar Land shuttle service has two stops: In front of the Student Center South building on the main campus and in front of the Technology Building at UH at Sugar Land. Download the UH GO app to track the shuttle in real time here. For more details, visit here.
Do I need to pay for parking at UH Sugar Land?
All faculty, staff and students pay to park at any UH locations. The current permit price is $336 and can be purchased through AccessUH. If a student, faculty and/or staff member has a Main Campus tag, they can use it at Sugar Land at no additional cost. The Sugar Land tag works only in parking zone E at Main Campus and Monday–Thursday after 3 pm and Friday–Sunday at any ungated lot. Visit here or parking [at] uh.edu (parking[at]uh[dot]edu).
What kinds of student resources will be available in the Sugar Land buildings?
Academic advising, career services, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), enrollment services, Student Affairs, University Branch Library, and IT services all will be available in Sugar Land.
What else is at Sugar Land?
In addition to the Technology Division at the Cullen College of Engineering, the UH College of Nursing and Wharton Community College reside at the Sugar Land Instructional Site. Each has its own classrooms, labs, multipurpose rooms and student lounge/study areas. The Technology Division at the Cullen College of Engineering soon will have a second building on the campus.
Is UH Housing offered at Sugar Land?
No, UH housing is only available on the Main campus.
Dining & Vending Services?
UH at Sugar Land offers several dining and vending options to meet the needs of our campus community Dining & Vending Services. There are additional amenities in close proximity offered within the surrounding community.
What kinds of student resources will be available in the Sugar Land buildings?