University of Houston
University of Houston (U of Houston) is a four-years, public school located in Houston, TX. It is classified as Research University (very high research activity) by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice.
The U of Houston's 2022 tuition & fees is $9,699 for Texas residents and $21,891 for out-of-state students. 69% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,290.
The school has a total enrollment of 47,031 and the students to faculty ratio is 21 to 1 (4.76%).
The average earning after 10 years of graduation from the school is $60,600 and it varies by field of study.
U of Houston ranked 96th in National Universities and 8th in Texas Colleges rankings. University of Houston is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
Directory Information
| Address | 212 E. Cullen Building, Houston, TX 77204-2018 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 713-743-1000 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Athletic | Athletic Team Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-years, public |
| Carnegie Category | Research University (very high research activity) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System)
2022 Tuition & Fees and 2023 Estimation
For undergraduate school, the 2022 tuition and fees of University of Houston are $9,699 for in-state students and $21,891 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2022 tuition and fees are $9,727 for in-state students and $18,871 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2023 tuition & fees for prospective students is $9,947 for Texas residents and $22,111 for out-of-state students based on the tuition changes over the past five years. The estimated 2023 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,910 for Texas residents and $19,055 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $9,699 | $21,891 |
| Graduate | $9,727 | $18,871 |
Data source: 2021-2022 tuition - NCES(National Center for Education Statistics (Last update: July 22, 2022)
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $9,947 | $22,111 |
| Graduate | $9,910 | $19,055 |
The estimation for 2022-2023 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Key Stats for Prospective Students
The Acceptance rate at University of Houston is 65.52% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 27.92%. The average SAT scores submitted by enrolled students is 1,235.
The average graduation rate is 62%. Total 47,031 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school).
The average earning in 10 years after graduation from the school is $60,600. The average salary varies depending on the field of study where the Electrical and Electronics Engineering program shows the highest salary with $70,800 after graduating. Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.
| Admission Stats » | 65.52% Acceptance Rate / 27.92% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,235 SAT / 26 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 62% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 9% |
| Retention Rate | 85%(full-time), 58% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 4.76% (21 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 47,031 (38,581 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $8,290 |
| Average Earning After 10 years of graduation | $60,600 |
| Average Salary by Field of Study | $20,300 - $70,800 |
Special Learning Opportunities and On-Campus Student Services
University of Houston offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers. The next table summarizes the special learning opportunities.
| Online Class | Undergraduate, Graduate |
|---|---|
| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
U of Houston provides several student services including remedial services, academic/career counseling services, employment services for students, Placement services for completers.
| Remedial services | Yes |
|---|---|
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
| Library facilities at institution | Various Library Facilities Provided |
Campus Life
The following table illustrates the special characteristics of U of Houston. It has dormitories (or campus-owned housing) and its capacity is 8,397. It also offers separate board/meal plans and the annual cost is $4,420.
| Religious Affiliation | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Has Hospital | No |
| Offer Medical Degree | No |
| Board/Meal Plan | Yes |
| Dormitory Capacity | 8,397 |
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