University of Houston – Conrad N. Hilton College of Global Hospitality Leadership

Hilton College was founded by hotel icon Conrad N. Hilton in 1969 and is consistently ranked among the top hospitality programs in the world. We are the only hospitality program in the world where students work and take classes in an internationally branded, full-service hotel – 70 percent of hotel team members are students. Our specialized business degree program in hospitality offers seven undergraduate, graduate, and Doctoral degrees, and a minor in Beverage Management and Marketing.

Today, the Conrad N. Hilton College of Global Hospitality Leadership is a world leader in hospitality education and has produced nearly 10,000 graduates who work in hospitality leadership positions around the globe. Our alumni are a testament to the power of our hospitality degree and the strength of our industry partnerships.

Undergraduate Admissions

If you're interested in pursuing at Hilton College, under the following admission:

• Freshman Admissions
• Transfer Admissions
• International Admissions

Once you’re familiar with the admissions process and requirements, you’re ready to apply!

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First-Year Freshman Students

You will apply as a first-year freshman if you are a high school senior or if you graduated high school/GED but never attended a college or university.

Transfer Students

You will apply as a transfer student if you have graduated high school and earned, or will earn 15 or more credit hours. Want to see how many course credits will transfer over to Hilton College? See the Transfer Credit Estimator details on our website.

International Students

You will apply as an international student if you are a citizen of a country outside of the U.S. Learn more about the application process and requirements as an International Freshman or International Transfer student on our college website.

Application Process

• Apply Online
• Pay Application Fees
• Self-Report Your Transcript
• Submit Test Scores
• Check Your Status
• Become an #OfficialCoog

Graduate Admissions

Elevate Your Potential

Graduate studies represent an invaluable investment in yourself. If you want to elevate your career and make yourself more marketable in the highly competitive global hospitality industry, the University of Houston Conrad N. Hilton College of Global Hospitality Leadership is the BEST place to pursue your graduate education.

Choose a Degree

Whether you already have industry experience, have just earned your bachelor’s degree, or are a “people person” who wants to reinvent yourself with a new career, the graduate experience at Hilton College allows you to elevate your potential by preparing you to excel, lead and increase your earning potential in the opportunity-rich hospitality industry.

Admissions Criteria

All of our graduate programs have the same application website, but each degree has different admission criteria. For specific details, please visit each program’s website or contact the graduate program staff.

Advising

Graduate students are advised initially by graduate program staff. Depending on each program’s structure, students may be assigned a faculty advisor. For more information, please visit each program’s website.