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University of Houston

Houston, TX

Overview

Houston's sprawling public research engine, channeling urban energy into engineering, business, and pharmacy prowess.

Identity
Academics
Culture
Outcomes
Identity

The surrounding area offers endless internships in energy and healthcare giants, but expect hot, humid weather that lingers nine months a year and a high cost of living that pinches off-campus budgets. Housing fills quickly for freshmen, so many commuters shape daily life. UH's personality shines as unpretentious and opportunity-rich, prioritizing career launches over ivy prestige.

39,257
Undergrads
8,723
Grad Students
73.9%
Acceptance
61.0%
Grad Rate
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Academics
22.0 : 1
Student-Faculty Ratio
87.0%
Retention Rate (Full-Time)
61.0%
6-Year Graduation Rate
46.0%
4-Year Graduation Rate
39,257
Undergraduate Enrollment
8,723
Graduate Enrollment
Admissions
73.9%
Acceptance Rate
3.46
Average GPA
Test Optional
Test Policy
$75
Application Fee
Test Score Range
SAT Math

570670

SAT Reading

590670

ACT Composite

2329

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School avg: 3.46

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School range: 1160–1340

400 – 1600 (total)

School range: 23–29

1 – 36 (composite)

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Financial Aid & Costs
Estimated Annual Cost

$21,405

Tuition + Room & Board + Books (before financial aid)
Cost Breakdown

Tuition (In-State)

$8,685

Room & Board

$11,286

Books & Supplies

$1,434

Out-of-State Tuition

$20,877

Financial Aid
74%
Receiving Aid
45%
Pell Grant Recipients
$12,159
Avg Grant (recipients)
$6,803
Avg Federal Loan
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Campus Life
Housing

On-Campus Housing

Yes

Housing Capacity

8,397 beds

Housing Guarantee

Data not available

Dining

Meal Plan Available

No

Meal Plan Type

Data not available

Athletics
Big 12 Conference
Quick Facts

Type

Public

Undergraduate Enrollment

39,257

Acceptance Rate

74%

Graduation Rate

61%

In-State Cost

$19,971

Out-of-State Cost

$32,163

Visit Website

uh.edu

Houston, TX 77204-2018

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