Your Next Steps
You'll be joining our community of talented, driven individuals who are pursuing
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Graduate Business Program
Admitted Student Next Steps
To help make your transition into graduate school as smooth as possible, we’ve created a checklist for newly admitted students to complete. If at any point you have trouble completing the checklist or finding the information you need below, please get in touch with the MDCOB Graduate Office by email, mdcobgradadvising@uhd.edu or phone: 713-221-8252. Each event occurs on a Wednesday from Noon - 1:00pm
March 18, 2026
Admitted Student Next Steps
12:00 P.M. - 1:00 P.M.
March 25, 2026
Admitted Student Next Steps
12:00 P.M. - 1:00 P.M.
Upcoming Events →
Attendance at orientation is mandatory for all students admitted to a degree program, including students who have completed a previous degree at The University of Houston-Downtown Marilyn Davies College of Business.
Save the Date:
Financial Aid Application Process →
- FAFSA® Application | Federal Student Aid
- UHD school code: 003612
- UHD Scholarships
- Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans & Grad PLUS Loans
Payment Dates: Don’t Be Late!
- Finances Summary available at MyUHD
Financial Aid Contact Information:
- Email: uhdfinaid@uhd.edu
- Phone: 713-221-8041
- Address: One Main Street, Suite S350, Houston, TX 77002
- Zoom Lobby: 10 AM-2 PM (Mon-Fri)
- UHD Financial Aid
International Students Only →
The International Admissions Office will contact all international students directly via email once your official admission letter is processed and received by the International Admissions Office. This email will provide prospective students with information for obtaining appropriate visa eligibility documents, including Form I-20, and detailed instructions to complete a check-in and clearance process upon arrival on campus. ALL foreign national students must check in with the International Admissions Office before beginning their academic program at the University of Houston-Downtown Marilyn Davies College of Business.
International Admissions
One Main Street, GSB 308
Houston, TX 77002
Office: 713-221-8048
Fax: 713-223-7468
internationaladmissions@uhd.edu
Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Additional Resources →
Once your school e-mail is active, you will be manually added to the online Newly Admitted Student Course via Canvas. You’ll have access to:
- How to schedule an Academic Advising Appointment
- Course Catalog
- Academic Calendar
View the Registration How To Guide
Student Accounts and Help Desk →
- Your student Network ID can be found in student e-services "myUHD" → "Students" and click "Lookup UHD Username"
- Check your GatorMail account as all official notices from the University are sent to this account
- Your Network ID is used to login to GatorMail, Canvas, Gator Linux account and any campus computers, Wi-Fi access and Navigate/EAB.
IT Service Desk (Technical Support)
Location ACAD700
Monday–Thursday: 7:30 a.m.–10 p.m.
Friday–Sunday: 7:30 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
In Person Support Available Monday–Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Phone Number: 713-221-8031 (x 3000)
Email: itservicedesk@uhd.edu
Chat: https://ithelp.uhd.edu
IT Service Desk Site
Register for classes once all holds are removed →
For registration, students should enroll in classes via the myUHD website. Please be aware that course registrations need approval. Additionally, every
student must enroll in at least three credit hours each semester. You can explore
available courses through the course catalog.
If you are having issues with enrolling, please review How to Enroll.
If you are having issues logging in to your myUHD to enroll, please get in touch with
the UHD IT Department at 713-221-8031 or itservicedesk@uhd.edu.
MBA GBA Leveling Courses →
MBA Admitted Students Applicants who hold an undergraduate degree from a non-AACSB
accredited university or earned an undergraduate degree in a non-business field may
be required GBA Leveling courses. Be sure to schedule an advising appointment to further
review your transcript(s). AACSB website: https://www.aacsb.edu/accredited
**Note** If an applicant completed undergraduate course(s) that could potentially
waive any of the GBA Leveling courses, a GBA Petition may be submitted for review.
Submit the MBA GBA Petition Form .
Student ID →
- Printing location: One Main, S204
- Hours of operation (subject to change):
- Mon-Fri 8 am-5 pm
- Student Leadership & Involvement email: sli@uhd.edu
- SLI phone: 713-221-8573
Using EAB/Navigate →
- NAVIGATE Student Resources (uhd.edu)
- EAB Support Team: eabhelp@uhd.edu
- Guide for making EAB/ Navigate appointments
Parking →
**Deadline to pick up permit** One week after classes begin. After this, students may be cited up to $100 for a lack of permit.
- Manage Your UHD Parking Account
- Parking & Transportation Services (PTS) Department email: Parking@uhd.edu
- PTS phone: 713-221-8127
- PTS Office hours: Mon-Fri, 8 am-5 pm
MDCOB Tutoring →
- Tutoring Center is located in the Marilyn Davies College of Business building on the 2nd floor.
Student Counseling Services →
- Location: One Main Street, S280, Houston, TX 77002-1001
- Counseling Services website
- Main hours of operation: Mon-Fri, 8 am-5 pm (last session of day is scheduled for 4 pm)
- After-hours option (virtual only): M-Th 4-8 pm, Saturday 10 am-12 pm and 1-2 pm
- Phone: 713-221-8121
- Email: UHDCounseling@uhd.edu
Center for Career and Professional Development →
- Center for Career and Professional Development
- Gator Hired
- Email: cobcareercenter@uhd.edu
- Phone: 713-221-5011
Graduate Academic Advising →
Email: MDCOBGradAdvising@uhd.edu
Phone: 713-221-8252
Office: 320 N. Main Street, B401
Houston, TX 77002
Email: alexanderj@uhd.edu
Phone: 713-221-2744
MBA
Business Intelligence, General Management, Human Resources Management and Project Management and Process Improvement
Email: DementM@uhd.edu
Phone: 713-221-8252
Master of Security Management
Cybersecurity
Enterprise Security
Email: lovea@uhd.edu
Phone: 713-221-8261
MBA
Finance, Leadership, International Business, Supply Chain Management
Elantra Lastrape, Academic Advisor II, Graduate StudiesEmail: lastrapee@uhd.edu
Phone: 713-223-7945
Master of Professional Accountancy
MBA
Accounting, Sales Management and Business Development
