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Welcome To The College of Public Service

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The College of Public Service

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UHD Fall 2025 Commencement

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Address:
1002 Commerce Street Suite 420
Houston, Texas 77002

Phone Numbers:

General: 713-221-5019
Fax: 713-223-7440
CPS Advising: 713-221-8906
Undergraduate Admissions: 713-221-8522
Graduate Admissions: 713-221-8093


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Did You Hear About Our Master of Social Work?

Unlock your potential with UHD’s Master of Social Work. Join the College of Public Service and see what’s possible when knowledge, compassion, and purpose come together.
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UHD Law Enforcement Academy (LEA)

"Affordable Quality Training in the Heart of Downtown"

The UHD Law Enforcement Academy (LEA) provides peace officer training courses in a professional environment.

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Mallett Undergraduate Student Teaching Scholarship

The Mallett Scholarship is available to undergraduate students entering the semester of student teaching. Students who meet the initial requirements are eligible to apply for the $3,500 scholarship.
Due Dates: end of November for spring awards and end of March for fall awards.


The College Of Public Service

Mission

The University of Houston-Downtown College of Public Service educates and develops public servants, advocates, and leaders in criminal justice, education, and social work.

Vision

The College of Public Service is a nexus of community-driven engagement, empowering tomorrow's leaders to create a just and equitable society through public policy, collaborative action, and educational practice.


More About the College of Public Service
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Have an Advising Question?


"Hello gators, with the Fall semester in full swing and you have any advising questions for us please let us know. We are here for you."

Email Us Today at cpsadvisingservices@uhd.edu




College of Public Service By the Numbers

9

Degrees Offered
Choose from 5 undergraduate degrees and 4 masters degrees at the College of Public Service.

93%

Recommend to Students
Students who are graduating would recommend the College of Public Service to their family and friends.

94%

Students Feel Confident
Students are confident they will carry out their professional responsibilities upon graduation.

82%

Financial Assistance
Approximately 82% of UHD’s full-time students receive on average $10,000 in scholarships, grants and/or loans each year.

167

Service-Learning Locations
Our students are given the opportunity to enhance their learning through real-world experiences.

18:1

Student:Faculty Ratio
Our faculty gets to know our students by name.