Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
69.53%
SAT Average
1,229
ACT Range
23-28
University of Houston Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 69.53%. This means approximately 695 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 37,175 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
69.53%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $9,711 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $22,191 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $25,056 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $13,853 | State avg: $17,343. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 40.89% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 31.90% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does University of Houston Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$22,191
Room and board
$10,830
Books and supplies
$1,556
Other expenses
$4,637
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$25,056
Average net price
$13,853
Average aid coverage
45%
$11,203 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at University of Houston pays approximately $13,853 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Texas average of $17,343 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is University of Houston?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Texas and national averages.
University of Houston net price
$13,853
Texas average
$17,343
National average
$17,506
University of Houston Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $22,191 and average net price at $13,853. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$22,191
Current net price
$13,853
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
64.92%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$62,377
Undergraduates
37,175
10-Year Median Earnings - University of Houston vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
University of Houston graduates earn about 1.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends University of Houston?
Undergraduates
37,175
Completion rate
64.92%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
40.89%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
31.90%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 40.89% of University of Houston students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 31.90% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at University of Houston
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use University of Houston's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
University of Houston lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
University of Houston is listed at 4302 University Drive, Room 212, Houston, TX 77204-2018. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare University of Houston with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Houston | 69.53% | $22,191 | $13,853 | $62,377 |
| West Coast University-Texas | Not available | $16,715 | $25,957 | $102,672 |
| University of North Texas Health Science Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $93,615 |
| The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston | Not available | Not available | Not available | $92,961 |
| Chamberlain University-Texas | 95.65% | $19,686 | $32,247 | $92,405 |
Similar Schools in Houston
This local cluster focuses on nearby Houston schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Houston.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University of Houston's acceptance rate?
University of Houston's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 69.53%.
How much is University of Houston tuition?
University of Houston's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $22,191.
What is University of Houston's average net price?
University of Houston's average net price in the local dataset is $13,853.
What is University of Houston's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $62,377 for University of Houston.
Is University of Houston accredited?
University of Houston's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend University of Houston?
The local dataset lists 37,175 undergraduate students at University of Houston.
What percentage of University of Houston students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for University of Houston in the local dataset is 40.89%.
What is the federal loan rate at University of Houston?
The federal loan rate for University of Houston in the local dataset is 31.90%.
Where should I verify University of Houston data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with University of Houston or the latest official federal education data.