University of Houston-Clear Lake (UHCL) is a four-year, public school located in Houston, TX. It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification, also known as D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University). You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at D/PU (Doctoral/Professional University) comparison page.
The UHCL's tuition & fees is $8,346 for Texas residents and $22,290 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 62% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $12,473.
The school has a total enrollment of 8,137 and the students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1 (6.67%).
UHCL's acceptance rate is 90.52% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 22.22%. The median SAT score is 1055 and the ACT score is 22.
UHCL ranked 16th in Texas Colleges rankings. University of Houston-Clear Lake is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of University of Houston-Clear Lake is $8,346 for in-state students and $22,290 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $9,762 for in-state students and $19,194 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $8,370 for Texas residents and $22,076 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $10,065 for Texas residents and $19,309 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $8,346 | $22,290 |
| Graduate | $9,762 | $19,194 |
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $8,370 | $22,076 |
| Graduate | $10,065 | $19,309 |
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
| Acceptance Rate » | 90.52% Acceptance Rate / 22.22% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,055 SAT / 22 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 52% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 24% |
| Retention Rate | 74%(full-time), 67% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 6.67% (15 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 8,137 (6,139 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $12,473 |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
University of Houston-Clear Lake offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
| Learning Opportunities | |
|---|---|
| ROTC | No |
| Weekend/Evening College | No |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
| On-Campus Services | |
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Address | 2700 Bay Area Blvd, Houston, TX 77058-1002 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 281-283-7600 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-year, public |
| Carnegie Category | Doctoral / Research University (not R1, R2) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
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