Known for business — major research university
University of Houston is a public institution in Houston with particular strength in business and psychology. With an average SAT of 1229, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 37.2K undergraduates with a 21:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
65% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $62,377 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $13,853.
Established
1927
Motto
In Tempore
Mascot
Shasta and Sasha
Type
Public research university
Conference
Big 12 Conference
Division
Division I
70%Acceptance
1229SAT Avg
37,175Students
21:1Student:Faculty
65%Grad Rate
$62,377Earnings 10yr
$13,853Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate69.5%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1229
Reading & WritingMid: 615
580660
MathMid: 620
570670
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 26
2328
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$9,711
Tuition (out-of-state)$22,191
Room & Board$10,830
Books & Supplies$1,556
Total Cost of Attendance$25,056
Average Net Price$13,853
Median Debt at Graduation$18,194
Monthly Payment (10yr)$193
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$10,327
$30–48K$10,690
$48–75K$12,613
$75–110K$19,459
$110K+$22,969
Programs (190)
Student Body
Undergrads
37,175
Gender Split
52% / 48%
Women / Men
First Generation
40%
Pell Grant Recipients
41%
Race & Ethnicity
White 17%
Black 11%
Hispanic 38%
Asian 24%
Two+ 3%
Int'l 5%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate64.9%
Freshman Retention86.4%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$52,768
8 Years$58,739
10 Years$62,377
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$53,500
Men
$69,100
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Source: Wikipedia