University of Houston is a four-year, public school located in Houston, TX. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.

The U of Houston's 2024 tuition & fees is $9,711 for Texas residents and $22,191 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 66% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $9,585.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 46,700 and the students to faculty ratio is 21 to 1 (4.76%).

U of Houston's acceptance rate is 69.53% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 26.80%. The median SAT scores is 1230 and the ACT socre is 25.

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.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of University of Houston is $9,711 for in-state students and $22,191 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $9,749 for in-state students and $19,109 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $9,723 for Texas residents and $22,495 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,771 for Texas residents and $19,350 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$9,711$22,191
Graduate$9,749$19,109
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$9,723$22,495
Graduate$9,771$19,350

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


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »69.53% Acceptance Rate / 26.80% Yield
Test Scores »1,230 SAT / 25 ACT
Graduation Rate »63%
Transfer-out Rate7%
Retention Rate85%(full-time), 66% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio4.76% (21 to 1)
Student Population »46,700 (37,943 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$9,585

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

Learning Opportunities and Campus 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.

Special Learning Opportunities at U of Houston
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, NAVY, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeYes
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

University of Houston Directory Information

Address212 E. Cullen Building, Houston, TX 77204-2018
Phone713-743-1000
WEBSchool's Website
AdmissionAdmission Information
Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
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AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (very high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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