Known for business — excellent value
University of Houston-Downtown is a public institution in Houston with particular strength in business and psychology. With an average SAT of 1041, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 12.8K undergraduates with a 18:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
34% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $53,551 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $14,623.
Established
1974
Mascot
Ed-U-Gator
Type
Public university
91%Acceptance
1041SAT Avg
12,812Students
18:1Student:Faculty
34%Grad Rate
$53,551Earnings 10yr
$14,623Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate90.6%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1041
Reading & Writing
490560
Math
470550
ACT Score Range
Composite
1723
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition (in-state)$7,708
Tuition (out-of-state)$17,788
Books & Supplies$1,296
Total Cost of Attendance$23,017
Average Net Price$14,623
Median Debt at Graduation$18,750
Monthly Payment (10yr)$199
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$13,486
$30–48K$13,911
$48–75K$16,332
$75–110K$19,673
$110K+$22,498
Programs (58)
Student Body
Undergrads
12,812
Gender Split
62% / 38%
Women / Men
First Generation
53%
Pell Grant Recipients
52%
Race & Ethnicity
White 11%
Black 17%
Hispanic 59%
Asian 8%
Two+ 2%
Int'l 2%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate33.8%
Freshman Retention67.4%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$49,120
8 Years$50,849
10 Years$53,551
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$44,600
Men
$57,200
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Source: Wikipedia