The University of Houston (UH, UofH, or Houston) is a public research university in Houston, Texas. It was established in 1927 as Houston Junior College, one of multiple junior college institutions formed in the first quarter of the 20th century. In 1934, HJC was restructured as a four-year degree-granting institution and renamed as the University of Houston. Today, Houston is the third-largest university in Texas, awarding nearly 11,000 degrees annually adding to its worldwide alumni base of approximately 310,000.
The University of Houston's Political Science Department offers a dynamic setting for exploring politics, governance, and international affairs. Providing comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs, it delves into political systems, foundational theories, and human behavior. Students engage with faculty expertise spanning American politics, comparative politics, international relations, political theory, and public policy. The department cultivates critical thinking and intellectual curiosity through rigorous coursework and research opportunities, preparing graduates for successful careers in government, law, non-profits, and the private sector. Its graduate program is notably ranked among the top 50 nationally.
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