University of Houston
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of Houston
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
The University of Houston is a large public university located on an urban campus in Houston, Texas. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 38,581, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 66%. The university offers 91 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 62%, and a student-faculty ratio of 21:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $8,685, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $20,877.
Rankings
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- #1 Ranked in Best Master's in Information Technology Project Management Programs
- #2 Ranked in Best Online Master's in Social Work Programs for 2024
- #9 Ranked in Best Biotechnology Programs
- #10 Ranked in Best Master's in Public Relations and Image Management Programs
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
66% of students were accepted during the 2021-2022 school year. Sometimes schools with midrange acceptance rates have higher standards of entry but are still accessible to many students who apply.
Retention Rate Insight
85% 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
62% 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 scoresConsidered (not required)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankRequired
Letter of recommendationRecommended
High school GPARequired
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
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 Percentile23-28
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1140-1330
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
48k
Students enrolled
69%
Online student enrollment
21:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
22%
Unknown
1%
Black
11%
Hispanic
33%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
8%
Asian
22%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
43% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
25
Total Online Enrollment
32,345
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.69% online, 31% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
89% On-campus
11% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's26% online
Doctorate2% online
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
44%
State Grant Aid
33%
Institution Grant Aid
68%
Pell Grant
43%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$18k
Average student debtafter graduation
$47k
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
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming Diving
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
Degrees given for the 2021-2022 academic year.
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Architecture And Related Services. | |||
| 2 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, And Gender Studies. | |||
| 3 | Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, And Group Studies. | |||
| 4 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 5 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 7 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 8 | Education. | |||
| 9 | Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 10 | Engineering. | |||
| 11 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 12 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 13 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 14 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 15 | Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences. | |||
| 16 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 17 | History | |||
| 18 | History. | |||
| 19 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 20 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 21 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 22 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 23 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 24 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, And Fitness Studies. | |||
| 25 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 26 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 27 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 28 | Psychology. | |||
| 29 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 30 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 31 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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