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Personal Information

First Name

Middle Name

Last Name

Suffix

Maiden (Prior Last) 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.

Preferred First Name

Birthdate

Gender

Country of Citizenship

Are you a permanent resident of the United States?

Yes

Please be advised that if you are a Permanent Resident, proof of residency (in the form of a copy of the front and back of your permanent residency card) will be required as part of the admissions process.

Please select the appropriate status

Please select the appropriate Visa Type

Your visa status does not qualify you to study as an online student.
Please submit an on campus application here.

Do you plan to stay in your home country and study online from there?

Yes

Your plans do not qualify you to study as an online student.
Online programs are not visa-granting programs.
Please submit an on campus application here.

Do you have a computer and a stable internet connection? (View hardware/software requirements)

Yes

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

When do you plan on starting classes?

Spring 2026

Summer 2026

Fall 2026

In which session would you prefer to start?

Fall 1 (August)

Fall 2 (October)

Spring 1 (January)

Spring 2 (March)

Summer 1 (May)

Summer 2 (June/July)

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

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

Yes

What is the highest level of education you will have completed by the time you enroll at Houston Christian University?*

I'm applying as a:

Freshman Student

Transfer or Returning Student

Non Degree-Seeking Student

Post Baccalaureate Student (Degree-seeking)

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 intend to take limited undergraduate courses at HCU. You will not be completing a degree at HCU.

Transfer or Returning Student: You are transferring to HCU from another institution or returning to HCU 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.

Please select the program you would like to apply to.

Select your concentration:

Select your concentration (You may select 1 or 2):*

Business

Humanities

Math & Science

Academic History

Have you previously attended Houston Christian University?

Yes

Are you looking to continue the same degree at the same Undergraduate level that you were previously working on at HCU?

Yes

Are you applying to be readmitted after:

Being Academically Suspended or Dismissed

Breaking Enrollment (Not being enrolled in consecutive Academic Years)

I want to Change the Campus of my degree

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

Yes

High School or GED information is required. Please complete this section to submit your application.

Please carefully select the following option that accurately designates your status:

I have successfully graduated from High School with a foundational/standard or higher diploma

I have successfully completed a federal aid eligible home-school program

I have successfully completed a General Education Development (GED) program

I will successfully graduate from a High School with a foundational/standard or higher diploma, a federal aid eligible home-school program, or complete a General Education Development (GED) program prior to my first date of attendance with Houston Christian University

I have NOT graduated and received a foundational/standard or higher high school diploma, federal aid eligible home-school credential, or a GED

What High School did you graduate from?

School Code

When did you graduate from High School?

In what state did you earn your GED?

GED School Name

When did you earn your GED?

Level of Study

Please list ALL previously attended institutions. This information is necessary for processing your financial aid. Omission of transcripts may lead to a withdrawal of your admission.

How many college credit hours 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

Add another school?

Yes

Financial and Military Affiliation Information

Financial Information

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

Employer Tuition Assistance

Federal Financial Aid

Military Benefits

Payment Plan (out of pocket)

Scholarships or Grants

Student Loans (Private or Federal)

Please select your Employer from the list below:

If your Employer is not listed above, please enter the company name

What type of Military Benefits will you be using?

Montgomery GI Bill® - Active Duty (Chapter 30)

Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (Chapter 31)

Post-Vietnam Veterans' Education Assistance Program (VEAP) (Chapter 32)

Post-911 GI Bill (Chapter 33)

Montgomery GI Bill® - Selected Reserve (Chapter 1606)

Reserve Educational Assistance Program (Chapter 1607)

Dependents Educational Assistance (Chapter 35)

Tuition Assistance (TA)

ROTC Scholarship

No Benefits/Not Sure

Please upload a copy of your Certificate of Eligibility (CoE)

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

Where do you plan on living while you are enrolled?

At Home, with Parents

Off Campus, Independently

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 United States Military?

Yes

Has your spouse served or are you a dependent of someone who served in the United States Military?

Yes

Whose Military benefits do you plan on using?

Parent

Spouse

What is your (or your spouse's or parent's) current status with the Military?

Which branch of the Military did you (or your spouse or parent) serve in?

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

Yes

Based on your answers above, you have indicated that neither you, your spouse, nor your parents have served in the United States Military. If this is correct, paying for your education using Military Benefits would not be an option. Please select a different option of paying for your education.

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.

How did you hear about us?

How did you hear about Houston Christian University?

Alumni Referral

Facebook Advertisement

Internet Advertisement

Radio Advertisement

Search Engine - Google, Bing, or Yahool

Television Advertisement

Attended an Event

My Employer

Other

Please explain:

Who is your employer?

What event did you attend?

Which Alumni referred you?

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.

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

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