| University of Houston | vs. | SMU |
|---|---|---|
| Houston, Texas | Location | Dallas, Texas |
| Four-years, Public | School Type | four-years, Private (not-for-profit) |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (very high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (high research activity) |
In-State$9,711
Out-Of-State$22,191 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | $64,460 |
| 66% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 72% |
| $9,585 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $35,270 |
| 66.24 % | Acceptance Rates | 52.25 % |
| 28.16 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 19.42 % |
| 1,240 | SAT Score | 1,450 |
| 26 | ACT Score | 32 |
| 63 % | Graduation Rate | 82 % |
| 7 % | Transfer-out Rate | 12 % |
| 85 % | Retention Rate | 90 % |
| 46,700 | Student Population | 12,053 |
| 1,511 | Number of Faculties | 767 |
| 21 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 11 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, 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 daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |