Welcome to NSM, Future Students!
Who We Are
The College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics is committed to the success of our students, the pursuit of knowledge through fundamental and applied research, and continued engagement in community and professional service. The College is dedicated to cultivating an environment of intellectual growth and serving as a leader in innovative research.
What We Care About
Committing to Student Success
We offer various resources to support our students’ academic, personal, and professional well-being.
Pursuing Knowledge Through Research
We are a dynamic and vibrant community of students, educators, and researchers working together to drive bold discoveries.
Engaging in Community & Service
We provide our students with a wide range of opportunities on campus, within the greater Houston area, and around the globe to apply their knowledge to real-world situations through internships and research.
By The Numbers
- 6Departments
- 5,206Undergraduate Students
- 901Graduate Students
- 21Undergraduate Degree Options
- 21Master’s/Ph.D. Options
- $31 MILResearch Expenditures
Program Options
Undergraduate
Professional Programs
These programs are offered by the Department of Earth & Atmospheric Sciences.
Undergraduate Requirements
Admissions Requirements
In addition to meeting UH requirements, review NSM’s admissions requirements before beginning the admissions process.
Technology Requirements
To participate in online components of NSM courses, make sure you have a computer that meets our minimum technology requirements.
Honor Code Requirements
Check out our expectations in promoting a culture for honorable completion of academic work.
Visit NSM
Academic Information Session
Learn about NSM’s commitments, student success resources, departmental information, and cutting-edge facilities and opportunities.
Cougar Preview
Admissions’ grand on-campus experience for future Coogs, get an extended view of NSM by joining this special event.
Virtual Visit
Can’t make it to campus? Check out our virtual campus visit experience options.
Undergraduate Application Checklist
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Submit Your Application
Let us know you're interested by submitting your admissions application.
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Apply for Financial Aid & Scholarships
Fund your future through financial aid and scholarships.
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Complete the Math Placement Exam
To ensure timely course advisement and registration, all first-year NSM students should plan to take the Math Placement Exam.
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Register for New Student Orientation
Meet fellow classmates, participate in tradition, and select your classes at New Student Orientation.
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Plan Your Schedule
Academic advisors help students with course selection and degree program planning. Incoming students will not be advised for coursework prior to New Student Orientation.
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Live on Campus Optional
Make friends and maximize your academic success in our NSM Living-Learning Community located in Cougar Village II.
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Connect With Office of First Year Programs Optional
Make new friends, get connected, and build community through first-year programs and events.
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Join a Student Organization Optional
Browse our student organization options—a chance for you to expand your social and professional network.
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Explore Careers Options Optional
Explore a wide variety of services and resources at the NSM Career Center to get you started in developing a rewarding career.
NOTE: The application process for graduate students differs from that of undergraduate students. For more information, please refer to our How to Apply page for graduate students.
