Houston Christian University (HBU) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Houston, TX. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.

The HBU's 2024 tuition & fees is $38,100 for the academic year 2023-2024. 93% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $23,996.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 4,257 and the students to faculty ratio is 15 to 1 (6.67%).

HBU's acceptance rate is 85.15% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 9.49%. The median SAT scores is 1080 and the ACT socre is 23.

HBU ranked 59th in Texas Colleges rankings. Houston Christian University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Houston Christian University is $38,100. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $11,475.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $39,661 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,883.

Undergraduate$38,100
Graduate$11,475
Undergraduate$39,661
Graduate$9,883

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »85.15% Acceptance Rate / 9.49% Yield
Test Scores »1,080 SAT / 23 ACT
Graduation Rate »49%
Transfer-out Rate32%
Retention Rate69%(full-time), 55% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio6.67% (15 to 1)
Student Population »4,257 (2,823 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$23,996

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Houston Christian University 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.

Special Learning Opportunities at HBU
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersNo
On-campus day care for students' childrenNo

Houston Christian University Directory Information

Address7502 Fondren Rd, Houston, TX 77074-3298
Phone281-649-3000
WEBSchool's Website
AdmissionAdmission Information
Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
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Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryMaster's College and University (larger programs)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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