Laredo College and the University of Houston-Victoria (UHV) recently signed an articulation agreement, charting a more seamless route for transfer students to enter the university and earn a bachelor’s degree.
The agreement was signed by the presidents of both institutions, Dr. Minita Ramírez and Dr. Bob Glenn. Starting as early as freshman year, students will have a guide on the full roadmap of required courses before they can begin the transfer process.
“Laredo College and the University of Houston-Victoria have a shared history of fostering academic excellence and student achievement,” Dr. Ramírez said. “This new partnership between our institutions will open countless new doors of opportunity for students as they continue their journey in higher education. We are thankful to our exceptional partners at UHV for working hand in hand with us to ease the transfer process and help our Palominos transition into proud Jaguars.”
UHV Interim Vice President for Enrollment Management Karla DeCuir noted that Laredo College and UHV have a similar population. The student body is predominantly Hispanic students, with some coming from rural areas with similar socioeconomic backgrounds, so potential transfer students from Laredo will feel more comfortable coming to UHV.
“We are excited to partner with Laredo College so we could continue to support students who like small schools and could benefit from one-on-one attention with professors and staff members,” DeCuir said. “The university has about 40 percent of its student population composed of transfer students. So, our transfer partners are very important to us.”
UHV will begin reaching out to potential transfers when they have completed at least 30 credit hours. Once they do, students can begin to connect with a transfer recruiter to plan their path to UHV, DeCuir added. As part of the partnership, UHV will sometimes offer application waivers for students and special transfer scholarships.
“Laredo College and the University of Houston-Victoria have established a pivotal partnership that underscores our joint dedication to student success and seamless academic transitions,” Laredo College Dean of Arts and Sciences Dr. Horacio Salinas said. “This collaboration highlights our commitment to quality education and paves a clear pathway for our students' futures, ensuring they have every opportunity to excel. Together, we are shaping a brighter, more interconnected educational landscape.”
