Engineering Academies

UH/HCC Engineering Academy — Transition and Reverse Transfer

UH/HCC Engineering Academy

Transition

Because UH/HCC Engineering Academy students are co-enrolled at both institutions, there is no need to complete the typical “transfer” process when the program requirements are complete.  Transferring into the Cullen College of Engineering is competitive and requires admission criteria above what is required for general admission to the University of Houston.

When UH/HCC Engineering Academy students complete the academic requirements, they transition seamlessly into full-time status in the Cullen College of Engineering.

UH/HCC Engineering Academy students must complete the following courses (including all necessary prerequisites). Courses are designed to be completed in one-year, but students can stay in the Academy for up-to two years.

  • ENGI 1331 – Computing and Problem Solving for Engineers (UH)
  • MATH 2414 – Calculus II (HCC)
  • CHEM 1311/1111 – General Chemistry I and Lab (HCC)
  • PHYS 2325 – University Physics I (HCC)

UH/HCC Engineering Academy students are granted an exception to the GPA requirements needed for traditional transfer into the Cullen College of Engineering. The Cumulative GPA is calculated using all attempts at UH and HCC coursework.

  • Cumulative GPA: 3.25 or higher
    Students first choice Engineering major is guaranteed upon transition.
  • Cumulative GPA: 2.5-3.24
    Students transition to the Cullen College of Engineering is guaranteed, but major choice will be determined by discussion with Advisors and program leadership.

Reverse Transfer

UH/HCC Engineering Academy students will be awarded an Associate of Science in Engineering Science (ASES) degree from Houston Community College. Even if a student transitions before earning the ASES, their UH credit is automatically sent back to HCC and applied toward the degree. No action is required as the process occurs automatically on an annual basis.