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Personal Information

Name

First Name

Middle Name

Last Name

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Maiden Name

Preferred First Name

Failure to disclose prior last names (maiden names) and/or identities may result in the delay of the processing of your file, especially when coming from other academic institutions.

Biographical Information

Birthdate

Gender

Citizenship

Are you a permanent resident of the United States?

Yes

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Are you Hispanic or Latino?

Select one or more of the following races:

American Indian or Alaska Native

Asian

Black or African American

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific

Other/No Response

White

This information is used only for statistical purposes and to provide information required by the U.S. Department of Education under the provisions of the Title VI of the Civil Right Act. You are not required to answer; however, an answer would be greatly appreciated. Houston Christian University provides educational opportunities without regard to disability, age, race, sex, and national or ethnic origin.

Are you currently eligible for and do you intend to participate in NCAA athletics?

Yes

Contact Information

Mailing Address

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Email Address

Primary Phone Number

Mobile Phone Number

I authorize HCU to send text messages and automated phone calls to my mobile phone to convey college information or other important information. (Standard message charges apply.)

Academic Information

Academic Intentions

What is the highest degree you will have earned by the time you enroll at Houston Christian University?

What type of program are you applying to?

Please select the degree you would like to apply to.

Select your concentration:

Select your Concentration (You may choose 1 or 2):

Business

Humanities

Math & Science

Which Type of Courses do you intend to take?

Please note: the application fee waiver is not valid for doctoral programs

Please select the specialization you wish to pursue.

This program has an option to add a Certificate to your degree plan. Choose your Certificate (optional):

Are you a certified teacher?

Yes

Note: This program requires that applicants have a teaching certification and two years of teaching experience as the teacher of record as indicated on a service record.

Application to this program requires understanding and agreement with the university's Preamble. Do you understand and agree with the Preamble of HCU?

Yes

Jesus Christ died for the sins of all men, rising from the grave afterward to defeat sin and death. By the grace of God through repentance and the acceptance of and belief in Him, He offers eternal life to all who would believe. Have you accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior?

Yes

When do you plan on starting classes?

Summer 2025

Fall 2025

Spring 2026

In which session would you prefer to start?

Do you plan on completing a degree with Houston Christian University?

Have you attended any other colleges or universities, even if no college credit was earned?

Yes

I'm applying as a:

Freshman Student: I have not been enrolled in any college or university before. I will be pursuing a Bachelor's degree at HCU.

Post-Baccalaureate Degree-Seeking Student: You have earned a Bachelor's degree, and you intend to complete a second undergraduate degree at HCU.

Non-Degree-Seeking Student: You have earned a Bachelor's degree, and you intend to take limited undergraduate courses at HCU. You will not be completing a degree at HCU.

Transfer Student: You are transferring to HCU from another institution in order to complete your undergraduate degree at HCU. By selecting this student type, you confirm that you have not and will not have received a bachelor's degree prior to enrollment.

Graduate Student: You are applying to a graduate program as a degree-seeking student.

Have you previously attended Houston Christian University?

Yes

Do you currently have an outstanding balance owed to Houston Christian University?

Yes

Academic History

Have you graduated from High school? (If you have a GED, select "No")

Yes

What High school did you graduate from?

School Code

When did you graduate from High school?

Have you completed a GED?

Yes

What State did you earn your GED?

What year did you earn your GED?

Level of Study

Have you graduated from a nationally or regionally accredited degree program?

Yes

All of our Graduate programs require the completion of a Bachelors degree from an accredited institution. If you would like to apply to one of our online Bachelor's degree programs, please select an Undergraduate program.

What college or university did you graduate from?

School Code

Level of Study

When did you graduate?

How many college credits have you earned?

1-31 Credit Hours

32+ Credit Hours

College #1 Name

School Code

Level of Study

Last Date of Attendance

Add another school?

Yes

College #2 Name

School Code

Level of Study

Last Date of Attendance

Add another school?

Yes

College #3 Name

School Code

Level of Study

Last Date of Attendance

Add another school?

Yes

College #4 Name

School Code

Level of Study

Last Date of Attendance

Will you be requesting to transfer in graduate credits earned from another institution?

Yes

Additional Information

Have you completed the Graduate Record Examination? (GRE)

Yes

The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is an admission requirement for the program you have selected if your GPA from your Bachelors degree is below a 3.0. Our admissions team can help you with any question you may have in regards to this requirement.

Financial and Military Affiliation Information

Financial Information

How do you plan on paying for school? (Select all that apply)

If you are using Federal Financial Aid, please be sure to complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at fafsa.ed.gov and use our school code 003576.

To expedite the processing of your aid and to avoid any potential delays, because you have indicated you will be using Financial Aid, Military Benefits, or Student Loans, please enter your Social Security Number (without dashes).

Military Affiliation Information

Have you served in the military?

Yes

Has your spouse served in the military?

Yes

What is you current status with the Military?

Which branch of the military are you affiliated with?

If you or your spouse have not served, or are not currently serving in the military, please select a different option of paying for your education.

Did you obtain Joint Services Transcript credit for courses you took during your service?

Upload Documents

Upload your Resume Optional: you can upload your resume now, or skip this section and upload it later to your status page.

Please attach a Microsoft Word (.doc) or Adobe PDF (.pdf) document.

Upload your Personal Statement
As part of the admissions process, a personal statement is required before an admission decision can be made.

You can upload your personal statement here, later to your application status page or email it to GradAdmissions@HC.edu.

Your personal statement should answer the following questions:
Why did you choose the Graduate School at HCU?
Why do you want to pursue your degree in this particular program?
What goals and aspirations have you set out for yourself?

The statement should also indicate the student's faith in Jesus Christ and general agreement with the university's preamble:
The Houston Christian University is a Christian liberal arts university dedicated to the development of moral character, the enrichment of spiritual lives, and the perpetuation of growth in Christian ideals. Founded under the providence of God and with the conviction that there is a need for a university in this community that will train the minds, develop the moral character and enrich the spiritual lives of all people who may come within the ambit of its influence, HOUSTON CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY shall stand as a witness for Jesus Christ expressed directly through its administration, faculty and students. To assure the perpetuation of these basic concepts of its founders, it is resolved that all those who become associated with Houston Christian University as a trustee, officer, member of the faculty or of the staff, and who perform work connected with the educational activities of the University, must believe in the divine inspiration of the Bible, both the Old Testament and New Testament, that man was directly created by God, the virgin birth of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, as the Son of God, that He died for the sins of all men and thereafter arose from the grave, that by repentance and the acceptance of and belief in Him, by the grace of God, the individual is saved from eternal damnation and receives eternal life in the presence of God; and it is further resolved that the ultimate teachings in this University shall never be inconsistent with the above principles. Amended by the Board of Trustees February 22, 1974

Keep in mind that our main goal is to get to know you better, so you are not limited to these questions. Provide any additional information you would like the admission committee to know.

Your personal statement should be written in a professional tone with proper grammar, spelling and punctuation.

Please attach a Microsoft Word (.doc) or Adobe PDF (.pdf) document.

Upload a Master's Level Research Paper
As part of the admissions process, submission of a master's level research paper is required for an acceptance decision to be made.

Applicants must submit a 5-7 page master's level research paper that was written and graded during their master's program. The submission must be a research paper covering any topic and should be authored only by the applicant.

You may submit your application without attaching your paper at this time. You will have the opportunity to upload your paper via your application status page during your application process.

Please attach your paper here, in a Microsoft Word (.doc) or Adobe PDF (.pdf) format. Be sure your name is included in the file name (eg: lastnamefirstname_papertitle.pdf)

Background Information

Have you ever been the subject of a disciplinary action or investigation including but not limited to suspension, dismissal, expulsion or denial of readmission at any high school, post-high school educational institution, college or university? Or do you have any of these disciplinary or judicial actions pending or unresolved against you at any high school, post-high school educational institution, college or university?

Yes

Please explain

Have you ever been convicted of a crime, or subject to an investigation under Title IX, even if incomplete?

Yes

Please describe completely the circumstances that lead to any/all convictions or Title IX investigations including all relevant details, dates, parties involved and outcomes of proceedings or disciplinary actions taken. Vague or incomplete responses may require additional screening.

Agreements and Signature

The mission of Houston Christian University is to provide a learning experience that instills in students a passion for academic, spiritual, and professional excellence as a result of our central confession, "Jesus Christ is Lord." Do you understand and agree with our mission statement?

Yes

By providing an electronic signature below, I promise to comply with all applicable Houston Christian University policies and procedures contained in the Academic Catalog. I certify that all the information in my application is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Houston Christian University is authorized to make whatever inquiries necessary to certify the accuracy of my records. I will not lie, cheat, or steal to gain academic advantage, nor tolerate those that do, and I will abide by the Student Code of Conduct policy.

As a student, essential functions for success include computer competency and use of Microsoft Office, email communication, internet research and basic functions of my PC or Apple computer.

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