Known for biology — close-knit campus
Houghton University is a private institution in Houghton with particular strength in biology and business. With an average SAT of 1297, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 867 undergraduates with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
65% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $46,721 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $21,148.
Established
1883
Motto
Founded on the Rock
Type
Private college
Conference
Division III level of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division III
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93%Acceptance
1297SAT Avg
867Students
13:1Student:Faculty
65%Grad Rate
$46,721Earnings 10yr
$21,148Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate92.7%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1297
Reading & WritingMid: 600
600700
MathMid: 585
580690
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 26
2328
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$17,290
Room & Board$10,810
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$29,287
Average Net Price$21,148
Median Debt at Graduation$25,250
Monthly Payment (10yr)$268
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$17,213
$30–48K$17,292
$48–75K$20,133
$75–110K$22,275
$110K+$25,436
Programs (45)
Student Body
Undergrads
867
Gender Split
67% / 33%
Women / Men
First Generation
17%
Pell Grant Recipients
34%
Race & Ethnicity
White 75%
Black 6%
Hispanic 2%
Asian 2%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 6%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate64.7%
Freshman Retention77.0%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$36,376
8 Years$42,148
10 Years$46,721
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$37,700
Men
$51,600
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Source: Wikipedia