Huston at Tillotson University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Huston at Tillotson University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Multiple Protestant Denomination
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Huston at Tillotson University is a small private university located on an urban campus in Austin, Texas. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 991, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 52%. The university offers 17 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 32%, and a student-faculty ratio of 16:1. Tuition and fees for students are $12,569.
Admissions Breakdown
Retention Rate Insight
69% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2020 and returned in Fall 2021.
Graduation Rate Insight
32% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2015. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile14-20
SAT 25th-75th Percentile840-1000
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
31%
Online student enrollment
16:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
13%
Unknown
1%
Black
55%
Hispanic
25%
Two or more races
1%
Non-U.S. Citizen
4%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
87% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
No
Online Programs
0
Total Online Enrollment
322
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.31% online, 69% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
100% On-campus
0% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master'sNot offered
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $59,784 | $59,784 |
| Graduate | $54,672 | $54,672 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2021–2022 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,200 |
| On-campus room and board | $17,758 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,600 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | Currently unavailable |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $81,342 | $81,342 |
| Off-campus without family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
| Off-campus with family | $60,984 | $60,984 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
87%
State Grant Aid
58%
Institution Grant Aid
33%
Pell Grant
87%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$31k
Average student debtafter graduation
$30k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 7 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 8 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 9 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 10 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 11 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 12 | Psychology. | |||
| 13 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 14 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2021-2022]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.