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Making Payments to UHV

We understand that preparing to study in another country is a big step, and we want to help make the process as smooth as possible. One important aspect of your preparation is making sure your financial arrangements are in place before arriving at the University of Houston-Victoria (UHV). Please note that UHV is unable to assume financial responsibility for international students and their families.

To ensure your admission and attendance at UHV, you’ll need to provide the funds indicated in your Letter of Financial Sponsorship and the supporting bank statements submitted to UHV. You must have access to the total amount listed in Item #7 on your I-20 or Item #5 on your DS-2019 form.

While on-campus employment may be an option for some students after arrival, these opportunities are limited, and eligibility criteria apply. Since proof of funding is required before you can be fully admitted, on-campus employment cannot be counted toward that proof. Please keep in mind that students should not rely on working in the U.S. to finance their studies.

For safety reasons, we recommend that you avoid carrying large amounts of cash when traveling. However, it is a good idea to bring approximately $500 USD for emergency expenses, such as transportation, phone services, books, or other immediate needs upon your arrival.

Once you are here, it is important to manage your finances carefully. You will be responsible for covering all your living expenses, such as health insurance, books, rent, utilities, and food, as well as any amounts owed to UHV. Please be aware that students must pay all tuition and fees in full by the end of each semester in order to continue their studies. If there is an unpaid balance, this can affect your ability to register for courses and may ultimately lead to the cancellation of your immigration status in the United States.

We’re here to support you in every step of this process. If you have any questions or need assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out.

Options for Making Payments to UHV

 Payments must be paid on or before the payment deadlines provided by our Student Billing Office.

  1. If you or your sponsor plans to make the full payment at once, you can do so by electronic wire transfer directly to UHV's bank account through Western Union or another preferred method. Please note that credit card or debit card payments will incur a 1.55% processing fee. For detailed instructions on how to complete your payment, please visit the University’s payment page
     page to learn how you can make the payment in full. Payment Options

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  1.  To register for the payment plan, visit your myUHV Student Account and click on Payments Plans a one-time fee of $20 fee will be charged to your account to register for the payment plan.
    • If you sign up for the payment plan, the installments are due on the 1st of each month. For example: September 1st, October 1st, November 1st for the Fall semester, and February 1st, March 1st, and April 1st for the Spring semester.

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    • Students are able to register for the UHV tuition loan. The tuition loan provides an extension up to November 1st for the Fall semester and April 1st for the Spring semester to pay the remaining balance in full. To register for the institutional loan visit your myUHV Student Account and click on Payment Plans. The payment plan options are listed on that page.

If you wish to wire the funds through wire transfer to UHV, please email UHV International Programs for the information.

For more information, please contact the UHV Student Billing Department by email or by phone at +1 (361) 570-4833. The Student Billing Office is open Monday - Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Exchange Students and Sponsored Students

Exchange students are required to pay at the time of their arrival to secure classes, room and board. However depending on the Exchange program the cost may differ. Students must be prepared to take care of their expenses on the due date. Please connect with an International Student Advisor at least 2 weeks prior to your departure date to confirm your total expenses for the semester/year and payment arrangements. Your home campus or your sponsored organization will provide you with a detailed list of your expenses here in the U.S. and at UHV. Please make sure you know your expenses prior to your departure.