Hardin-Simmons University and University of Houston-Downtown are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. HSU is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Abilene, TX and UH Downtown is a four-year, public school located in Houston, TX.
The following list compares two colleges briefly in important perspectives. You can compare them with comprehensive information on full comparison page.
| Hardin-Simmons University | vs. | University of Houston-Downtown |
|---|---|---|
| Abilene, Texas | Location | Houston, Texas |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Master's degree |
| Doctoral / Research University | Carnegie Classification | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| $32,960 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$7,582
Out-Of-State$17,434 |
| 98% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 78% |
| $25,237 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $6,569 |
| 90.00 % | Acceptance Rates | 89.96 % |
| 12.23 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 20.04 % |
| 1,100 | SAT Score | 1,030 |
| 22 | ACT Score | 19 |
| 46 % | Graduation Rate | 33 % |
| 33 % | Transfer-out Rate | 30 % |
| 65 % | Retention Rate | 67 % |
| 1,665 | Student Population | 13,730 |
| 91 | Number of Faculties | 369 |
| 15 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 18 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), Study Abroad, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |