Student Resources
Table of Contents:
- General Resources
- Forms & Presentations
- Global Citizens Credential
- Travel Recommendations
- U.S. Dept. of State Resources
General Resources
Diversity and Identity Abroad
Learn about specific resources to help you travel abroad.
Policies and Guidelines
Learn how to request and earn credit for your programs abroad.
Global Coogs Program Portal
UH students can search for and should apply for Learning Abroad programs in our online
Global Coogs Program Portal. For more information, please talk to a Learning Abroad
staff member.
Absentee Voting while Abroad
Be sure your vote counts, even while you are on a program abroad. Visit the U.S.
Vote Foundation's website linked above for more information.
Career Resources
We recommend students to add their learning abroad experience to their resume and
utilize it during their job search. View our Career & Resume Handout for resume layout examples and other career support.
For more support, students can also meet with the University Career Services office.
Forms & Documents
- Course Equivalency Form with Checklist and Instructions (updated July 2022)
- Learning Abroad GPA Waiver
- This form is for students who have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 to 2.499 at time of applying to program.
- Students with below a 2.0 GPA are not eligible to participate in learning abroad programs.
Financial Aid Forms
To request additional financial aid in the form of loans, students must complete the Learning Abroad Financial Aid form, submit it to their Learning Abroad advisor, and then turn it in to UH Financial Aid. Students can get additional aid if they have remaining funds from that academic year and if they are going on a program abroad for credit. Additional details and restrictions may apply on a case by case basis. Please talk to your advisor and UH Financial Aid for more information.
- Financial Aid Form 2021-2022
- Use this form for Fall 2021, Winter 2021-2022, Spring 2022, and Summer 2022 programs
Workshop Presentations
Global Citizens Credential
Students who complete a learning abroad program are encouraged to complete their Global Citizens Credential! The Global Citizens Credential (GCC) is an undergraduate program offered at the University of Houston that recognizes students for global learning activities (such as global courses, language proficiency, learning abroad, global scholarly work, and/or intercultural activities) and awards its graduates with a transcript credential, certificate, and honor cord. The GCC is a good resume-builder and helps students stand-out when applying to jobs, graduate school, and competitive international scholarships. The program also encourages students to be more active global citizens and make a greater impact in their community. For more information about the GCC program, please visit the website or contact uhglobal@uh.edu.