Introduction
University of Houston-Victoria
Student Handbook 2022-2023
Volume 31, August 2022
This handbook is intended to convey information about university policies and procedures to our students. Students should also refer to other university documents like the UHV catalog, class schedules, or university officials for additional information.
Updates and changes are made annually to the handbook. Anyone with suggestions for amending or changing any of the information in this handbook should make those suggestions in writing to the Vice President of Student Affairs. All proposed changes will be reviewed by the Senior Director of Student Services and Judicial Affairs, and the Vice President of Student Affairs. The University reserves the right to make changes to policies and procedures without notice as necessitated by governing authorities or administrative needs.
UHV Non-Discrimination Statement
The policy of UHV is to ensure equal opportunity in all its educational programs and activities, and all terms and conditions of employment without regard to age, race, color, disability, religion, national origin, veteran's status, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy), except where such a distinction is required by law. Additionally, UHV prohibits discrimination in all aspects of employment and educational programs on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.
Any person with inquiries and/or complaints regarding unlawful harassment, discrimination or Title IX (sexual misconduct) may direct questions to Brandon Lee, Senior Director for Equal Access (University West 116, (361) 570-4835 or to the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, (800) 421-3481. Students with disabilities needing assistance may call Cheryl Worley, Manager of Disability Services (University Commons, Suite 2108A, (361) 570-4287).
Accreditation
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. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of the University of Houston-Victoria may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website.
More information about UHV's accreditation is available in the Office of Institutional Research and Effectiveness.