University Of Houston
Houston, TX
University Website: www.uh.edu/Apply Online: www.applytexas.org/adappc/gen/c_start.WBX?s_logon_msg=Y
The University of Houston (UH) is a public state research university and the flagship institution of the University of Houston System. Founded in 1927, it is Texas's third-largest university with nearly 41,000 students. Its campus spans 667 acres in southeast Houston, and was known as University of Houston–University Park from 1983 to 1991. The Carnegie Foundation classifies UH as a Tier One research university. The U.S. News & World Report ranks the university No. 184 (Tier 1) in its National University Rankings, and No. 103 among top public universities.
The university offers over 300 degree programs through its 12 academic colleges on campus—including programs leading to professional degrees in law, optometry, and pharmacy. The institution conducts nearly $130 million annually in research, and operates more than 40 research centers and institutes on campus. Interdisciplinary research includes superconductivity, space commercialization and exploration, biomedical sciences and engineering, energy and natural resources, and artificial intelligence. Awarding more than 8,200 degrees annually, UH's alumni base exceeds 260,000. The economic impact of the university contributes over $3 billion annually to the Texas economy, while generating about 24,000 jobs.
The University of Houston hosts a variety of theatrical performances, concerts, lectures, and events. It has over 400 student organizations and 16 intercollegiate sports teams. Annual UH events and traditions include The Cat's Back, Homecoming, and Frontier Fiesta. The university's varsity athletic teams, known as the Houston Cougars, are members of Conference USA and compete in the NCAA's Division I in all sports. The football team regularly makes bowl game appearances, and the men's basketball team has made 19 appearances in the NCAA Division I Tournament—including five Final Four appearances. The men's golf team has won 16 national championships—the second-most of any NCAA golf program.
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University of Houston College Scholarships
NRF Foundation University ChallengeNational Retail Foundation |
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award Up to $30,000 |
deadline June 23, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe NRF Foundation University Challenge is available to full-time sophomore-level and above undergraduate students of all majors who are attending NRF member institutions. Teams of three - four students will work together to identify a new and innovative retailing opportunity for a major retailer and present a pitch presentation, competing for... View Scholarship Details |
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NRF Next Generation ScholarshipNational Retail Federation |
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award Up to $25,000 |
deadline May 28, 2025 |
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DescriptionThe Next Generation Scholarship is available to full - time junior and senior students who are pursuing a course of study or concentration relevant to retail. You must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and be nominated by your school to be eligible for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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HACU-IES Abroad ScholarshipInstitute for the International Education of Students (IES Abroad) |
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award Up to $5,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe HACU-IES Abroad Scholarship is available to students who are currently attending a Hispanic-Serving Institution that is a member of Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities (HACU). You must be a US citizen or permanent resident, have a minimum GPA of 3.3, and demostrate financial need to be eligible for this award. Priority given to... View Scholarship Details |
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Vision Service Plan AwardUniversity of Houston - College of Optometry |
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award $2,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Vision Service Plan Award is available to fourth-year students at the University of Houston College of Optometry. You must demonstrate excellence in primary care and be committed in entering the independent practice of optometry. View Scholarship Details |
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Vision Quest ScholarshipUniversity of Houston - College of Optometry |
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award $2,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Vision Quest Scholarship is available to third-year students at the University of Houston College of Optometry. You must be a resident of Texas and demonstrate academic performance in anatomy, ocular disease and pharmacology, excellence in clinical, patient and leadership skills to be eligible for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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William Feinbloom Low Vision AwardUniversity of Houston - College of Optometry |
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award $1,500 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe William Feinbloom Low Vision Award is available to fourth-year students at the University of Houston College of Optometry. To qualify, you must demonstrate outstanding clinical skills in the area of low vision. View Scholarship Details |
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Texas State Optical Scholarship - University of HoustonUniversity of Houston - College of Optometry |
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award $1,500 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Texas State Optical Scholarship is available to third- and fourth-year students in good academic standing at the University of Houston College of Optometry. You must submit an essay and two letters of recommendation to be eligible for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Wal-Mart Optical Division Educational Scholarship - Univ of HoustonUniversity of Houston - College of Optometry |
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award $1,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Wal-Mart Optical Division Educational Scholarship is available to continuing students at the University of Houston College of Optometry. You must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrate financial need to be eligible for this award. View Scholarship Details |
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Vistakon Award of Excellence in Contact Lens Patient CareUniversity of Houston - College of Optometry |
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award $1,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Vistakon Award of Excellence in Contact Lens Patient Care is available to fourth-year students at the University of Houston College of Optometry. To qualify, you must demonstrate knowledge of contact lenses as well as outstanding patient care as indicated by skillful, considerate and professional care. View Scholarship Details |
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Vistakon Acuvue Eye Health Advisor Student Citizenship ScholarshipUniversity of Houston - College of Optometry |
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award $1,000 |
deadline Varies |
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DescriptionThe Vistakon Acuvue Eye Health Advisor Student Citizenship Scholarship is available to fourth-year students at the University of Houston College of Optometry. To qualify, you must best exemplify ideal eye care standards of practice which include the importance of eye health, proper contact lens wear and care, community service and volunteerism. View Scholarship Details |
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