The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Reviews

"Completely self-funded degree program. They will entice you with low tuition, but the fees they tack on every semester are in the thousands. The faculty are largely internal hires (PhD students who just graduated) or very old faculty who don't really do any research and who don't take on student workers. The entire program post-COVID is now "in-person optional," so it's literally an online degree at this point. Most students who go here work and do their research at other institutions because UTHealth has no support for students. Additionally, the rigor of the coursework is relatively poor, and many of the courses are still using outdated/proprietary statistical software because the older faculty don't know how to use "new technology." Do not come here if you want applied experience with cutting-edge research, and if you are planning to do anything other than super basic secondary data analysis for your PhD work, seek a degree elsewhere.Read Less"

"The biomedical informatics school is just a cash cow. No clear direction. They are just trying to pump up admissions numbers to make admin happy. I would not recommend going to here, unless you want to waste tons of money on something you could learn better on the internet."

"I went to UTHSC for my FNP. Terrible program. I taught myself EVERYTHING. the lectures are a total joke. They don't help at all with clinical placements. The only things I learned were from my clinical preceptor, whom I sought out and found on my own time. I wouldn't recommend anyone waste you money or time with IT. Granted, apparently this is how all NP programs are nowadays. It sucks really since we spend a lot of time and money.... oh well."

"I was enrolled in a regional campus and all the professors and staff were exceptional, well prepared and renowned. Everyone was very helpful. However when I was really needed help no one could help me because they were in regional campus and the professor who treated me differently was in the main campus. When it comes to personal reputation a few professors can make it very difficult for you. This professor gave ma an F and when I objected on grades he emailed me that if I take the course again he will change my grade and remove F from my transcript but when I took course second time he made sure that I barely get passing marks. So I had a 'F' and then I got a 'C' and a waste of my money as well. After graduating my only options were either go for a phd or do a research associate type of job. It doesn't pay you well too. I am trying to forget it as a bad experience.Read Less"

"I was at a regional campus. Faculty and classes were great."

"The professors were wonderful as they treated all students with respect and classes were laid back, yet extremely informative. When I was enrolled in the program, the regional campus I attended (San Antonio) was located in a small office building, but I believe the campus has been relocated into the larger UT Health System Building. The courses were offered in a variety of settings: classroom, online, and via video correspondence."

"I would highly recommend my program to prospective students. The support and training I received was excellent, especially the clinical rotations offered."

"Becoming a nurse is a difficult journey. You have to be determined, willing to put in the hours, and have a thick skin. The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston does an excellent job preparing you for this rigorous and demanding career field. You learn your skills in the heart of the Texas Medical Center so you know you're being exposed to state of the art medical advancement daily. The curriculum is challenging but the professors and willing to take the time to work with willing students. Apply yourself, put in the hours, and you will become a great nurse with this school helping you along the wayRead Less"

"I have been afforded the unique opportunity to do a dual master's degree in The University of Texas network, and I could not be more thrilled. I am one of only a handful of students in the nation who has chosen to study Public Health and Social Work on a dual degree plan. I have known for many years that it would require an intense degree plan and curriculum to help me reach my career goals, and UT has the staff, courses, and connections to the local community to help me get there. I am ecstatic about the connections I've made with well-respected doctors and activists during my time here. I would recommend this school to everyone.Read Less"

"I, initially, chose to attend UT because of the cost, the reputation of the program, and the location. Though I was out of state, I received many grants and a GA position that made my program even more affordable. I loved my time at UT! I was trained by the top experts in my field and there were many opportunities to join their research. Living in Houston was also a huge plus. Houston was a slower paced city than say a Chicago, but there is never a dull moment. The weather is another perk."

"University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston is a phenomenal school! The courses are designed to challenge you, expecting you to become the best health professional you can possibly be. I expect to be at the top of my class when I graduate because of the investment that the professors have given."

"Overall obtaining my masters degree was an incredibly wonderful opportunity. It broadened my education and encouraged me to look at my world and observe the greater issues at hand. Most of my undergraduate degree taught me to be very specific (at the molecular level) and obtaining a degree in Public Health was a complete 180 for me in that I learned to look at major issues affecting entire populations. I learned a lot about the social sciences which are more abstract than the hard sciences are. The program is a partnership between all of the health science centers in Texas and therefore we had professors from all of the major cities in Texas. We would learn via ITV where each classroom had a camera connected to it and we could see our class plus the other classes throughout Texas enrolled in the same course. All of us would watch and talk to the same professor. This had its positives and negatives. The negatives include the fact that if classes didnt put their mute on while the lecture was going on you would be able to hear everything in that classroom. There were often technical issues with sound and with putting on a presentation for all of the class sites to see. However, the positives for obtaining your masters degree via ITV is that you get to collaborate with students and professors all throughout Texas and you can learn from experts on each issue / subject matter since you have more resources.Read Less"

"I'm in the graduate program to be a nurse practitioner at the School of Nursing. UTHealth is a great school to attend for graduate studies, if you are going into medicine, nursing, public health, and more. My school ranks in the top 5% of graduate nursing schools across the nation. That says alot! The instructors will really try to grill you, in order to make sure you know your stuff. Workload is difficult (it is UTHealth!). The school is also technologically adept, which increases its education quality. Unfortunately, I believe the faculty is not as accessible compared to other schools. For example, the people at the Registrar seem inattentive and on their phones. I once had to wait 10 minutes and there was no one at the counter. Some staff are rude too, which seems typical of state schools if I'm being honest. The surrounding area and quality of life is decent, but affordability might be a bit high, given that the school is in the Texas Medical Center. You will have to pay alot of money for parking. Using the METROrail is also a must and you can retrieve a student METROcard to reduce fare costs. Overall, I would give an 8/10. The school is one of the best in the nation, and it is nice to visit. You really get the most bang for your buck coming here.Read Less"

"Attending UT School of Public Health gives me the wonderful opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of Epidemiology. A graduate education is a wonderful experience for me; not only is it intellectually stimulating, and challenging, but it also allows me explore research topics I am interested such as infectious disease, and health disparities."

"Good reputation, very traditional, inflexible"

"The faculty is amazing. They want to help you learn and give you professional advice for the real world, not just for the school. The School of Public Health likes to include all the students, with many events every month. The only con that I see is that the Biostatistics department does not have many graduate assistant positions, only teaching assistant positions. Other than that, this is a great place to earn a degree!"

"We are studying to be a part of the best profession! Living in a city where there is always something to do. No cons as of yet"

"Some professors are amazing. Unfortunately the director of the acute care NP program left and now it is completely unorganized. Im not sure its worth the money."

"All of the faculty and staff are incredible friendly and helpful. The professors are among the best I've ever come across and the diversity amongst the students is unreal! The school is located in the Texas Medical Center, a prime spot for such a program, and even offers several regional campus options for students living in other parts of Texas. Overall, this school is an excellent choice!"

"This school has a great atmosphere for students and faculty alike. I have really thrived in my education and look forward to my last couple years here on campus."