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651

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University of Houston

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Texas

United States

Overview

Founded in 1927 and led by President Renu Khator, the University of Houston is the city's leading public research university and the third-largest university in Texas. UH spans nearly 900 acres across four campuses in a sprawling metropolis and features walkable green spaces. UH draws strength from its diversity to transform lives and communities through education, research, service and innovation in a real-world setting. In 2023, UH enrolled more than 46,600 students in 281 undergraduate and graduate academic programs. UH awards more than 11,000 degrees annually and has more than 332,890 alumni. The student body at UH is one of the most diverse in the nation among research universities. UH's student community is nationally recognized for its ethnic diversity, with no majority race on campus. With more than 500 student organizations, including a Phi Beta Kappa honor society chapter, campus life at UH is vibrant and engaging. UH joined the Big 12 Conference in 2023 and has 17 NCAA Division I intercollegiate sports teams. UH houses approximately 8,400 students in nine residential on-campus communities. Faculty excellence is a hallmark of UH. The University's nearly 3,000 faculty are committed educators, researchers and industry influencers. UH is leading the way in energy, health, research and innovation. In FY2023, it had $232 million in research expenditures and is home to 12 national research centers and 28 university research centers and institutes.
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Location

4800 Calhoun Rd, Houston, Texas, 77204

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Total Cost

$28,593

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Median Salary

$46,660

Ranking

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#182

US World and News Report

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#651

QS World University Rankings

Admissions

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Application Deadline

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Acceptance rate

73.92%

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Yield Rate

26.52%

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SAT range

1170-1330

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ACT range

23-29

Cost and Scholarships

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Total Cost

$28,593

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In State Cost

$12,617

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Out of State Cost

$28,593

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In State Tuition Fees

$12,617

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Room And Board

$21,250

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Living Cost

$28,008

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Average Total Aid Awarded

$16,450

Funding Options

Scholarship

Merit Scholarship

Need-Based Aid

63.59% of students receive financial aid. Average award: $16,450.

Scholarships

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University Funded Merit Scholarships - Demonstrated academic excellence and leadership.; Scholarships for Transfers (USD 1,500) - Admission as an undergraduate student for the fall term, enrollment in a minimum of 12 credit hours, 48 or more transferable hours from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, and a 3.0 GPA. Amount is $1,000-$2,000 per year.; Scholarships for International Students - Available for international students.; UH Presidential Scholarship - For Environmental Sciences majors based on academic merit, financial need, and extracurricular activities.; UH Provost's Scholarship - For Environmental Sciences majors based on academic merit, financial need, and extracurricular activities.; UH Alumni Association Scholarship - For Environmental Sciences majors based on academic merit, financial need, and extracurricular activities.; Tier One Scholarship - Requires a separate application and letters of recommendation. Top-scoring applicants are invited for an interview.; General Scholarship Application - The 2026-27 UH General Scholarship Application is available.; FAFSA - Application for federal financial aid.; TEXAS Grant - Recipients must meet renewal requirements including satisfactory academic progress, enrollment in at least nine credit hours per semester, a cumulative GPA of 2.50, and completion of 24 credit hours in an academic year.
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    Academic Excellence Scholarship

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    UH Presidential Scholarship

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    UH Provost's Scholarship

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    UH Alumni Association Scholarship

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    National Merit Scholarship

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    Merit-based scholarships and need-based grants

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    Need-based grants

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    FAFSA

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    International Undergraduate Scholarships

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    Outside Scholarships

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    Scholarships and Grants

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    Federal Grants

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    International student scholarships

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    General Scholarship Application

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    Scholarships for international students

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    Out-of-State Tuition Waiver

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    Out-of-state tuition waiver

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    Tuition support for Texas residents

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    UH General Scholarship

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    Out-of-state Tuition Waiver Eligibility

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    Texas Residents Tuition Support

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    University of Houston Competitive Scholarships (Out-of-State Tuition Waiver)

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    University Funded Merit Scholarships

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    Scholarships for Transfers

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    Scholarships for International Students

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    University Endowed Scholarships

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    University Privately Funded Scholarships

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    Undergraduate Research Scholarships

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    College-Specific Scholarships

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    State Funded Scholarships

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    Learning Abroad Scholarships

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    Chinese Studies Departmental Scholarships

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    University-funded merit scholarships

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    Scholarships for transfers

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    College-specific scholarships

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    Texas Resident Tuition Support

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    Out-of-State/International Tuition Waiver

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    Tuition Support for Texas Residents

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    University of Houston Out-of-State Tuition Waiver

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    Out-of-state tuition waiver for scholarship recipients

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    Jack D'Ann Burke International Scholarship

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    Tier One Scholarship

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    TEXAS Grant

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    Aldredge Family Scholarship Endowment

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    NSM Scholarship Program

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    Science and Math Mentoring Scholarship Program

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    teachHOUSTON Scholarship Program

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    STEM Scholarship Program

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    M.A. Jinnah Scholarship

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    International Student Tuition Waiver

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    FAFSA/TASFA Tuition Support

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    University of Houston Competitive Scholarships (with Out-of-State Tuition Waiver eligibility)

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    Average Financial Aid Offer for Freshmen

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    University of Houston Competitive Scholarships (Out-of-state tuition waiver)

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    Out-of-state Tuition Waiver

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    Jack and D'Ann Burke International Scholarship

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    Cullen Leadership Scholarship

Application Requirements

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What Really Matters When Applying

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Academics

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Student Faculty Ratio

22:1

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Graduation Rate

62%

Most Popular Majors (35)

Psychology

Liberal Studies

Media Production

Music Performance

Health Communication

Environmental Science

Teaching and Learning

BBA in Entrepreneurship

Strategic Communication

Bachelor of Arts in Spanish

Students

Discover what life on campus is really like—from diversity to student activities.
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Full-Time Enrollment

29680

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Admission Policy

GPA: Require; Rank: Require; Prep Courses: Require; Recommendations: Consider if Submitted

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International Students

5.66%

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Rentention Rate

87%

Placements

See where your degree can take you—career paths and alumni outcomes.
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Median Earnings After Graduation

$46,660

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Graduation Rate

62%

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Job Placement

44%

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