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Majors and Degrees

A bachelors’ or master’s degree from UHV will help you make your mark in your career and your life. As part of the UH System, UHV offers face-to-face programs in Victoria and Katy, and online programs that students can take from anywhere. You will get a quality higher education at an affordable price.

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Accountancy, MAcc

Business

UHV's Master of Accountancy program is a great option for accountants looking to advance their careers and become Certified Public Accountants. The program prepares students for the CPA exam while also providing a solid foundation in accounting principles and practices.

Accounting, BBA

Business

Accounting is one of the world's leading professions. So, if want to turn your attention to detail and affinity for numbers into a lucrative career with plenty of room for growth, then the Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting might be the perfect fit for you.

Administration and Supervision, MEd

Education and Health Professions

With a Master of Administration and Supervision degree you will gain a strong grounding in leadership competencies and theories that will prepare you to be an educational leader. Choose from one of our three tracks: General Leadership, Principal Certification or Superintendent Certification.

Administration and Supervision, MEd
Non-Public School Administration

Education and Health Professions

This program mirrors our M.Ed. in Administration & Supervision with an emphasis on the Principalship, but it is designed specifically for those not wishing to seek certification from the State of Texas who desire to serve as administrators of non-public (i.e., private or faith-affiliated) schools.

Administration and Supervision, MEd
Organizational Leadership

Education and Health Professions

Advance your career and become a standout leader with the Organizational Leadership M.Ed. program. Specialize your studies with courses in business, adult and higher education, counseling or special education to excel in leading an organization.

Administration and Supervision, MEd
Principalship

Education and Health Professions

Make the move up to administration as a principal, assistant principal, head coach or central office member. You can start at the beginning of any semester, and the program is offered in face-to-face, fully online, and hybrid formats.

Administration and Supervision, MEd
Superintendency

Education and Health Professions

This degree is offered completely online, the Master of Education in Administration and Supervision with an Emphasis on the Superintendency, is designed for working professionals, giving you the flexibility you need to gain certification while still working full time.

Adult and Higher Education, MEd

Education and Health Professions

The Masters of Adult and Higher Education degree is completely online, and is designed to prepare you to work with adult learners in various settings from colleges and universities to healthcare to non-profit organizations. You can pursue the following study tracks: Higher Education, Adult Education or Discipline and Instruction.

Adult and Higher Education, MEd
Adult Education

Education and Health Professions

Adult learners are no longer an uncommon segment of the student population, but they still face unique challenges in reaching their educational goals. The Master of Education in adult and higher education, adult education track, equips you with the skills you need to help adult learners navigate and overcome such hurdles.

Adult and Higher Education, MEd
Higher Education

Education and Health Professions

If you currently work in a higher education setting—perhaps as faculty, staff, an advisor, student affairs professional, or administrator—the Master of Education in adult and higher education, higher education track, might be for you.

Biology, BS

Natural & Applied Science

The UHV Bachelor of Science in Biology program is designed to prepare undergraduates for a variety of careers in industry or academic laboratories. Our program focuses on three different areas: genetics/biotechnology, pre-health professional, and plant/environmental.

Biomedical Sciences, MS

Natural & Applied Science

The Master's in biomedical sciences is a 36-hour program that prepares you for research, diagnostics, health monitoring, or treatment methods.

Clinical Mental Health Counseling, MS

Education and Health Professions

This Master of Science degree provides students with the necessary knowledge and experience in clinical mental health counseling. They acquire the skills required to work in diverse mental health settings, including community agencies, private practices, hospitals, VA centers, and integrated health centers.

Communication Design, BA

Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

Communication Design is the visual articulation of information that surrounds us every day in forms ranging from new and social media, to books and periodicals, to film and animation, as well as countless others.

Communication, BA, BS

Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

Communication graduates have diverse careers, including speechwriter, journalist, community affairs liaison, lobbyist, recruiter, personnel director, and public relations specialist.

The Communication program is offered in Victoria and online during regular semesters.

Computer Information Systems, BS

Natural & Applied Science

The Computer Information Systems concentration is right for those students who know that they want to work in a business organization in a programming or non-programming, technical or management position. The Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Information Systems is available with concentrations in Cyber Security and Data Science.

Computer Information Systems, MS

Natural & Applied Science

Ready to lead in a tech-driven world? UHV’s Master of Computer Information Systems program prepares you to thrive in a fast-changing industry. Explore application technologies, systems infrastructure, and software development. Specialize in AI, Cybersecurity, or Data Science, and gain the skills employers demand. With this degree, you won’t just keep up with technology—you’ll shape its future.

Computer Science, BS

Natural & Applied Science

The computer science program emphasizes the development of the skills and analytical abilities necessary to specify, design, develop and manage computer-based solutions to commercial, scientific and industrial problems, and also to provide system level support and development.

Computer Science, MS

Natural & Applied Science

The Masters in Computer Science is a 36-hour program that prepares you for a management level or higher career that focuses on the theoretical and engineering aspects of computer science.

Construction Management, BBA

Business

Do you aspire to supervise a variety of construction projects from start to finish or even run your own construction company? If so, the Bachelor of Business Administration in Construction Management is the perfect fit for you. This program will prepare you for a wide range of careers, including Construction Project Manager, Site Engineer, General Contractor or Field Engineer.

Core Subject 4th-8th Grade Teaching Certificate

Education and Health Professions

Once you successfully complete your coursework for the Bachelor of Science in Education with the 4th–8th Grade track, you’ll receive the Core Subject 4–8 Teaching Certificate from the State of Texas.

Core Subject Early Childhood-6th Grade Teaching Certificate

Education and Health Professions

Once you successfully complete your coursework for the Bachelor of Science in Education with the early childhood-through-grade-six grade (EC–6) track, you’ll receive the Core Subject EC-6 Teaching Certificate from the State of Texas.

Counseling Psychology, MA

Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

The master's in counseling psychology program will prepare you to assess and to provide psychotherapy or counseling to people in need. It has a strong clinical component and meets the academic requirements for the Texas Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) credential.

Creative Writing, BA

Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

Creative Writing will prepare students for careers and jobs in writing, publishing, and teaching.

Creative Writing, MFA

Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

Offered both online and face-to-face, the Masters in Creative Writing is a low-residency program, nationally ranked for its convenience and affordability.

Criminal Justice, BS

Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

If you are interested in understanding criminal behavior, researching how crime can be prevented and developing effective criminal rehabilitation methods, then a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice may be your answer.

Curriculum and Instruction, MEd

Education and Health Professions

The Masters in Curriculum and Instruction is where the latest research in education meets experiential learning and expert instruction to help you become a leader in the field of education. The degree offers education concentrations and certifications that will challenge, inspire, and prepare you to make a difference in the world.

Curriculum and Instruction, MEd
Elementary Education

Education and Health Professions

Elementary education teachers help children learn, grow and prepare for the next stages in their education. This M.Ed. with an early childhood concentration helps you do just that by enhancing your teaching and classroom skills and providing you the opportunity to do research within your interest area.

Curriculum and Instruction, MEd
Elementary Math Education

Education and Health Professions

The online Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction with an elementary math concentration will allow you to teach elementary level mathematics. You can concentrate your math education degree for early childhood through grade six or for grades four through eight.

Curriculum and Instruction, MEd
Elementary Science Education

Education and Health Professions

Elementary education teachers help children learn and grow and prepare them for the next stages in their education. This MEd with elementary science education concentration helps you do just that by enhancing your teaching and classroom skills and providing you the opportunity to do research within your interest area.

Curriculum and Instruction, MEd
English as a Second Language

Education and Health Professions

The M.Ed. with a concentration in English as a Second Language/Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages will help you develop a solid academic foundation in second language theory and pedagogy in teaching English or any language as a second language in cross-cultural situations.

Curriculum and Instruction, MEd
Literacy Studies

Education and Health Professions

Our fully online master’s in curriculum and instruction with a literacy concentration is built to give you the skillset you need to assist and assess students requiring extra reading and writing help.

Curriculum and Instruction, MEd
Literacy Studies, Reading Specialist

Education and Health Professions

Become a certified reading specialist in our fully online master’s in curriculum and instruction literacy studies, reading specialist degree. Throughout your studies, you’ll learn effective strategies for assisting children who struggle with literacy to become confident, independent readers and writers.

Curriculum and Instruction, MEd
Secondary Education

Education and Health Professions

The Master of Education degree in curriculum and instruction, higher education and secondary concentration is for teachers who want to enhance their secondary-level teaching skills, gain accreditation for teaching dual-credit high school courses,

Data Science, MS

Natural & Applied Science

Data science is rapidly evolving and exciting field. Students who earn a degree in Data Science have a wide range of careers available to them. UHV’s Master of Science in Data Science is designed especially for students who are looking for careers in data analytics and applied artificial intelligence.

Digital Gaming and Simulation, BS

Natural & Applied Science

UHV's Bachelor of Science in Digital Gaming and Simulation equips you with the essential skills necessary to explore and engage in creative technologies. This comprehensive program covers a wide range of disciplines such as digital games, digital arts, computer animations, virtual/augmented/mixed reality, and visual effects (VFX).

Dyslexia Education Certificate

Education and Health Professions

The Dyslexia Education Certificate program is for educators who want to better serve the needs of students with dyslexia. Upon successful completion students receive a certificate from UHV and can take the Knowledge and Practice Examination for Effective Reading Instruction (KPEERI) to become a nationally certified Structured Literacy Teacher.

Educational Diagnostician Certification

Education and Health Professions

Students who have a Master’s Degree and teaching certification can obtain Educational Diagnostician Certification through the Special Education Department.

Educational Technology, MEd

Education and Health Professions

Technology is a fundamental part of the way we interact with the world, and our Masters in Educational Technology is designed to teach you how to make it an effective, integral part of the learning process.

English, BA

Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

A Bachelor of Arts degree in Humanities-English provides you with a liberal arts education that can be valuable in a wide range of jobs and career fields in educational institutions, advertising agencies, radio and TV broadcasting, public relation

Entrepreneurship, BBA

Business

As a student in the College of Business's BBA in Entrepreneurship program, you will learn from top business experts who have started companies of their own and know what it takes to succeed as an entrepreneur.

Finance, BBA

Business

Business students majoring in Finance will learn about capital budgeting, investments, risk management, currency exposure, insurance, real estate, and valuation techniques.

Forensic Psychology, MA

Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

The Masters of Forensic Psychology is a 63-hour program that prepares you to become a licensed mental health worker in the field of forensics.

General Business, BBA

Business

The BBA in General Business at UHV offers a comprehensive understanding of various business areas, including management, marketing, accounting, and finance.

Graduate Certificate in Applied Artificial Intelligence

Natural & Applied Science

As artificial intelligence (AI) is integrated across industries, there is skyrocketing demand for talent with applied AI skills. UHV’s graduate certificate in Applied Artificial Intelligence equips students with the exact skills employers urgently seek today.

Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity Management

Natural & Applied Science

Cyber threats pose a serious risk to organizations in every industry. Yet most lack leaders with the technical knowledge to spearhead defense. Our graduate certificate in Cybersecurity Management will help you to develop the skills necessary to manage cyber incidents, mitigate damage, and reduce downtime during an attack.

Graduate Certificate in Data Science

Natural & Applied Science

Data science skills are in high demand across industries, but getting started in this exciting field can seem daunting. That's why the UHV offers a Graduate Certificate in Data Science—the fast track to begin or advance your data science career.

Health Studies, BS

Education and Health Professions

Are you interested in helping people live longer and healthier lives? Are you interested in making a positive impact on the people who live around you? If so, then a Bachelor of Science in Health Studies may be of great interest to you.

Healthcare Administration, BBA

Business

One of the fastest growing sectors of the economy is healthcare. Skilled administrators are vital in this field to ensure that healthcare organizations operate efficiently, effectively, and profitably.

History, BA

Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

A Bachelor of Arts degree in Humanities-History provides you with a liberal arts education that can be valuable in career fields such as law, public administration, public service and education.

Human Resources Management, BBA

Business

Human resources management is a dynamic discipline that has witnessed a substantial surge in employment opportunities in recent years. This upward trend is poised to persist as both corporations and not-for-profit organizations consistently seek out proficient experts to effectively handle their most invaluable assets - their employees.

Interdisciplinary Studies, MA

Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

The UHV Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (MAIS) is a unique program that combines multiple disciplines into one degree plan suited to your educational and career goals. With concentrations including two or more disciplines, you can fulfill needs that single concentration graduate degree programs cannot meet.

International Business, BBA

Business

Globalization of the world economy, international trade, and the growth of multinational firms have created an increasing demand for managers who are equipped to address the complexities of international business.

Kinesiology, BS
Exercise Science Strength and Conditioning

Education and Health Professions

Prepare for careers including fitness trainer, exercise technologist, and strength and conditioning coach, or future graduate studies in exercise sports science. Recognized by the NSCA Education Recognition Program (ERP).

Kinesiology, BS
Physical Education

Education and Health Professions

Empower children through physical education to lead active and healthy lives. The Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology focuses on those preparing to get certified in EC-12 all level physical education.

Kinesiology, BS
Pre-Allied Health

Education and Health Professions

Prepare to attend physical or occupational therapy school. Enroll in Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, Pre-Allied Health specialization.

Kinesiology, BS
Sports Management

Education and Health Professions

Seeking a career with professional or amateur sports organizations, and collegiate athletic programs? Prepare for jobs in that include facility management, marketing and promotion, and sales.

Management, BBA

Business

The Management degree offers a broad range of career opportunities. Students develop the ability to plan, organize, make decisions, communicate, and lead effectively in a variety of settings.

Mathematics, BA/BS

Natural & Applied Science

As advancements in science and technology lead to expanding applications of mathematics, graduates with mathematical skills will be very marketable for positions in insurance, business, government, research, pharmaceuticals and mathematics education reform.

The UHV MBA

Business

UHV's MBA program offers a rigorous curriculum designed to equip you with essential business skills. Choose from eight concentrations: Accounting, Business Analytics, Finance, HR Management, International Business, Management, Marketing and Supply Chain Management.

MBA with STEM Tracks

Business

The UHV MBA program with STEM tracks is designed for STEM professionals aiming to advance their careers. With specializations in Artificial Intelligence, Biomedical Sciences, Computer Information Systems, Cyber Security, and Data Science, the program offers a comprehensive curriculum tailored to your STEM background.

Nursing, BS
RN to BSN

Education and Health Professions

We offer an innovative RN to BSN online program. The curriculum builds on the RN's knowledge and skills and prepares the nurse to meet the challenges of the dynamic and complex health care environment.

Political Science, BS
Political Science Pre-Law, BS

Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

If you are interested in working in or near our political system, a Bachelor of Science in Political Science will help you develop the skills needed to succeed.

The Political Science programs are delivered face-to-face in Victoria and online.

Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification

Education and Health Professions

If you already have a bachelor’s degree but are interested in becoming a teacher, consider our post-baccalaureate (PB) certification.

Principal Certification

Education and Health Professions

Make the move into leadership. Equip with the knowledge and skills to hold K-12 educational leadership, and prepare for certification as a principal.

Professional School Counseling, MS

Education and Health Professions

Designed to provide knowledge and skills for school counselor certification and provide a program of courses that satisfies requirements for the Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) license.

Psychology, BA/BS

Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

A Bachelor of Arts or Science degree in Psychology can lead to jobs in a wide range of human services fields. 

Publishing, MS

Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

The Masters in Publishing is an academic degree program which focuses on the history, development, and current practice of publishing. The program integrates literary and cultural studies with practical skills that reflect the dynamic technological changes within the publishing industry.

Reading Specialist Certification

Education and Health Professions

A certified reading specialist assists children who struggle with literacy to become confident, independent readers and writers. The fully online Reading Specialist Certification program gives you the knowledge, research, and strategies for success on the TExES #151 exam and in your career postgraduation.

School Psychology, SSP

Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

The UHV Specialist in School Psychology (SSP) program meets the academic requirements for the Texas Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP) credential. With this licensing, you can practice as a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology in K-12 public schools.

Secondary Teacher Certification

Natural & Applied Science

Secondary Teacher Certification qualifies you to teach a specific topic in middle and high school. UHV offers the following degree programs with a Secondary Teacher Certification option:

  • Bachelor of Science, in Biology or Math
  • Bachelor of Arts, in Math or Spanish
  • Bachelor of Arts Humanities, in English or History

Spanish, BA

Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

Our Spanish Program provides effective training for first time Spanish language students, as well as perfecting the skills of the bilingual learner.

Special Education Teacher Certification

Education and Health Professions

The field of special education needs passionate teachers with the specialized skills to work with students with learning difficulties. You bring the passion, and our Special Education Teacher Certification program will bring the foundation in special education instruction and management you need to reach your career goals.

Special Education, MEd
Applied Behavior Analysis

Education and Health Professions

Educators and professionals working with people with disabilities in schools, community service agencies, clinics as well as residential settings wishing to obtain knowledge and expertise in the area of Applied Behavior Analysis can get their Master of Education in Special Education with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis at UHV.

Special Education, MEd
Autism Spectrum Disorders

Education and Health Professions

Our fully online Master of Education in Special Education, Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), gives you the knowledge base and practice to become an ethical, competent, and caring teacher and decision maker for students affected by autism.

Special Education, MEd
Diagnostician Certification

Education and Health Professions

If you know the field of special education is where your passion is, consider the Educational Diagnosticians Certification. The program will help you develop the specialized skillset and knowledge base to assess and diagnose children with learning difficulties.

Special Education, MEd

Education and Health Professions

Interested in working with people with disabilities? Earn your Master's degree in Special Education completely online at UHV. Prepare to engage in activities related to informal assessment, behavior assessment/intervention, diagnostic teaching and program planning.

Sport Management, MS

Education and Health Professions

The graduate program in sport management prepares students for careers in the sport industry. Students will explore theories and principles of leadership and management as it applies to sport programs and facilities.

Superintendent Certification

Education and Health Professions

Completely Online. Designed for working professionals, giving you the flexibility you need. Take classes from active or former superintendents who enrich learning by relating course work to professional experiences.

Supply Chain Management, BBA

Business

In today's complex global business environment organizations' success depends on an efficient and effective supply chain. With a high demand of experts in the field, Supply chain management experts command high salaries to help organizations manage complex interdependencies in a globalized environment.

Teacher Certification

Education and Health Professions

Begin your path to be a certified teacher in Texas. Students seeking the Bachelor of Science Interdisciplinary Studies (BSIS) degree may choose between UHV’s Early Childhood-through-sixth (EC-6) program and the four-through-eight (4-8)

University Studies, BA, BS

Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

Our University Studies online programs cover multiple disciplines, with an emphasis on communication and management skills. Choose foreign language studies for a B.A. or math and science studies for a B.S., making you more attractive to employers. This program is offered online in traditional semesters.

Victoria Online Initial Certification for Educators
(VOICE)

Education and Health Professions

Have your bachelor’s degree? Interested in becoming certified to teach in Texas? Finish teacher certification in as little as one year. EC-6, 4-6; secondary: math, science, history, business, computer science, English; K-12: Spanish, speech.