Online Visiting Student Application

To be considered for admission as a visiting student, students must be enrolled at another institution and wishing to take classes for credit at HCU. If a visiting student decides to continue at HCU, he or she must complete all of the transfer procedures as outlined under “Transfer Student Admission” in the catalog and be approved for admission. Visiting student status ordinarily is permitted for only one (1) semester. Any exception must be approved by the Office of the Registrar.

Below are the steps to apply to HCU as a visiting student:

Complete the Visiting Student Application (below).
Students must submit an official transcript or a Letter of Good Standing from the most recent college attended to Houston Christian University. The Office of the Registrar reserves the right to request additional copies/faxes from the student in the event that the submitted documents are illegible. Falsification or failure to provide this academic information will result in suspension from the University. The student is responsible for meeting all prerequisites for courses taken at HCU.
Visiting applicants and admits are not eligible for merit awards, institutional aid or federal financial aid from Houston Christian University.

Student Information

First Name*

Middle Name

Last Name*

Previous Last Names Used

Email Address*

Birthdate*

Social Security Number

Gender*

Female

Male

Cell Phone

May we text you?

Yes

Home Phone

Mailing Address*

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Permanent Address (If different from Mailing Address)

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Country of Citizenship*

Are you a permanent resident of the United States?*

Yes

Please select the appropriate status:*

Select your current visa type:*

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.

Your Academic Plans

Desired Entry Term*

Spring 2025

Summer 2025

Fall 2025

Are you planning to take Undergraduate (Bachelors) or Graduate (Masters) courses?

What type of courses will you be taking?

School Attending *
Please list the current college or university in which you are currently enrolled and planning to transfer credit back to.

School Code

School Level (GR Hidden)

School Level (UG Hidden)

Please submit a Letter of Good Standing or Official Transcripts directly from the Registrar's office of the listed college or university attended via mail to:

Houston Christian University
Online Verification
7502 Fondren Rd.
Houston, TX 77074

Or official electronic transfer to: onlineverification@HC.edu

Course(s) Requested

Please review the Academic Class Schedule for the appropriate term to determine the course(s) you wish to take at Houston Christian University.

Course Subject (ie: Management)

Course Number (ie: 3301)

Course Section (ie: C01)

Add another course?

Yes

Course Subject (ie: Management)

Course Number (ie: 3301)

Course Section (ie: C01)

Add another course?

Yes

Course Subject (ie: Management)

Course Number (ie: 3301)

Course Section (ie: C01)

Add another course?

Yes

Course Subject (ie: Management)

Course Number (ie: 3301)

Course Section (ie: C01)

How did you hear about HCU?

Alumni Referral

Attended an Event

College Recon

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GradGuide.com

GradSchoolMatch.com

Instagram Ad

Internet Advertisement

My Employer

Niche

PBS Kids

Radio Advertisement

Search Engine - Google, Bing, or Yahool

Television Advertisement

Other

Other:

Alumni Referral:

Referring Employer:

Which Event?

Certification

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, including Houston Christian 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

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.

I understand that it is my responsibility to ensure that classes taken at Houston Christian University will transfer to my current institution. I understand that I must meet the prerequisites for any HCU course I wish to take. I hereby waive my right of access to any confidential recommendations submitted on my behalf to my admission file.

I certify this statement.

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.

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."*

In place of your signature, please type your full legal name:

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