Known for health sciences
Houston Christian University is a private institution in Houston with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1092, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.8K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
50% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $55,933 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $19,710.
Established
1960
Motto
John 14:6
Mascot
Wakiza III (Live), Mingo (Animated)
Type
Private university
Conference
Division I level of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division I
85%Acceptance
1092SAT Avg
2,777Students
18:1Student:Faculty
50%Grad Rate
$55,933Earnings 10yr
$19,710Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate85.2%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1092
Reading & WritingMid: 580
490610
MathMid: 565
480590
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 25
1928
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$38,100
Room & Board$10,816
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$47,605
Average Net Price$19,710
Median Debt at Graduation$22,642
Monthly Payment (10yr)$240
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$17,782
$30–48K$17,020
$48–75K$20,618
$75–110K$23,711
$110K+$27,103
Programs (104)
Student Body
Undergrads
2,777
Gender Split
62% / 38%
Women / Men
First Generation
36%
Pell Grant Recipients
54%
Race & Ethnicity
White 18%
Black 24%
Hispanic 40%
Asian 6%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 3%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate49.8%
Freshman Retention69.2%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$44,595
8 Years$49,015
10 Years$55,933
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$48,400
Men
$62,000
More About This School
Varsity Sports — Huskies
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia