Academic Master Plan
Modernize the academic structure, replacing the schools with colleges and creating a uniform structure across schools. Reconsider the current schools when creating the colleges. Enhance the administrative structure of the Academic Affairs unit to better oversee both undergraduate and graduate education.
Academic Quality and Student Achievement
The main recommendation in terms of academic direction is to build experiential learning opportunities and service learning into all programs throughout the university.
Each undergraduate student will be assigned a success coach, and academic advisor, and a faculty mentor upon enrollment, and this team will take them through to graduation.
Program Development
Program development will consider student needs, regional job market realities, and the importance of “soft skills” and digital literacy in preparing students. All modes of instruction will be expanded, but more attention will be given to creating face-to-face programs and courses at the main campus in Victoria. Development of new programs will be undertaken strategically and aligned with university goals.
New programs will:
- Align with student needs and strategic recruiting
- Be based upon community and regional needs
- Offer students reasonable career options
- Provide students with the “soft skills” (written and oral communication, critical thinking, etc.) needed in the future globalized economy
- Grow the face-to-face operation in Victoria
- Receive adequate resources for start-up, development, and growth
- Provide flexibility that allows students to change majors or switch tracks to encourage retention and timely completion of a degree
- Consider the professional opinion and expertise of existing UHV faculty members.
Our Accreditations
SACSCOC Accredited
The University of Houston-Victoria is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award baccalaureate, masters, and specialist degrees.
AACSB Accredited
UHV has obtained the prestigious AACSB accreditation, which recognizes the university's excellence in business education and places it among the top institutions worldwide in terms of academic quality and rigor.
ABET Accredited
This accreditation signifies the university's commitment to delivering high-quality education in the fields of engineering, computer science, and technology.
CACREP Accredited
UHV has achieved the esteemed CACREP accreditation, which demonstrates the university's dedication to providing top-notch education and training in the field of counseling.
CCNE Accredited
The baccalaureate degree in nursing is accredited by CCNE, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
NASP Accredited
The School Psychology program is accredited by NASP, the National Association of School Psychologists. The program is accessible at both the Victoria main campus and the teaching site in Katy.