A Message from the President
There are key moments in life that call for reflection—thinking about the past and considering the milestones and turning points that have enabled us to get where…
University Presidents & Their Accomplishments
Across six decades of history, Houston Baptist University has had only had three presidents, Dr. William H. Hinton, Dr. Edward D. Hodo, and Dr. Robert B. Sloan.…
HBU Growth Through Time
The mission of Houston Baptist University is to provide a learning experience that instills in students a passion for academic, spiritual and professional excellence as a result…
Student Organization: Filipino Student Association
Before she came to HBU, Lauren Kay De La Calzada saw her older brother, Ralph, involved at HBU and serving as president of the HBU chapter of…
Student Organization: American Red Cross
First-generation student Daisy Lopez recalls why she initially chose HBU. “When I was looking for schools, I really liked HBU because of the smaller class sizes. I…
HBU Turns 60: A Conversation with Dr. Don Looser
Few people have a richer history with Houston Baptist University than Dr. Don Looser. His involvement and attachment with the University began at the institution’s inception and…
Distinguished Professors of HBU
HBU Faculty/Student Ratio: 14-to-1 From the earliest days of HBU history, the University has drawn professors who are not only academically distinguished and accomplished in their fields,…
Academic Programs
HC.edu/Majors HC.edu/Admissions Admissions@HBU.edu 281.649.3211 Undergraduate Degrees and Majors Accounting (BBA) Allied Health (BS) Biblical Languages (BA) Biblical Studies (BA) Biochemistry-Molecular Biology (BS) Biology (BS) Chemistry (BS)…
Student Success Department Helps Students During College and Beyond
HC.edu/StudentSuccess Academic Success Center: Tutoring, Coaching, Study Facilities Academic Advising: Advisors for Degree Requirements, Campus Resources and Vocational Interests Summer Launch: Prepares Learners for the Rigors of…
McNair Center: Your Startup Starts Here!
The McNair Center for Entrepreneurship and Free Enterprise at Houston Baptist University was founded in 2016 by The Robert and Janice McNair Foundation. The Center’s mission is…
HBU Online Poised to Reach Even More Learners
The proliferation of online education has meant an even greater opportunity for HBU to reach learners eager to obtain their degrees. Even before anyone had ever heard…
(2008) Progress on Ten Pillars Vision: Part 1
University Reaches Conclusion of “Ten Pillars Vision” Period When Dr. Robert Sloan became the HBU president in 2006, he brought his visionary leadership. The University was nearing…
HBU Is Making Disciples
Since HBU’s founding in 1960, the Christian mission of the University has been inseparable from the academic component. HBU Founding Father Dr. Stewart Morris, Sr. said, “I…
Q&A With Colette Cross, Director of Discipleship
What is the history and mission of Kaleo Discipleship at HBU? In 2015, HBU began a cross-campus initiative to further integrate the University’s mission statement that “Jesus…
History of HBU Athletics
By Russ Reneau HBU fielded its first program when it suited up a men’s basketball team for NAIA at-large competition for the 1963-64 season. Since then, the…
Uniquely HBU: Sled Team
Learn more about HBU's rich mascot history! In the spring of 1969, the University welcomed its first mascot, Mingo, a fluffy Samoyed. Later, in 1999, HBU was…
International and Veteran Student Services Assist Students
Students have unique journeys to HBU. The University welcomes students of diverse regional, educational and experiential backgrounds. Among HBU’s treasured students are veteran and international students, who…
HBU to Embark on “Mission Metacognition”
What is a Quality Enhancement Plan? A QEP, or Quality Enhancement Plan, is a plan of action to improve student knowledge, skills, attitudes, values or behaviors, or…
Morris Family Integral to the Story of HBU
HBU’s history involves myriad personalities, leaders and contributors who have made HBU the world-class institution it is today. God’s sovereignty is evident in those whose influence have…
Smith Family Integral to the Story of HBU
HBU’s history involves myriad personalities, leaders and contributors who have made HBU the world-class institution it is today. God’s sovereignty is evident in those whose influence have…
Endowed Scholarships
HBU Endowed Scholarship Donors Leave Legacy Through Lives of Students University Founding Father, Dr. Stewart Morris, Sr., donated the first endowed scholarship in 1969. His legacy paved…