At a glance
Average net price
$20,519
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
65.2%
Admission rate
89%
Undergrad size
753
In-state tuition
$18,430
Out-of-state tuition
$18,430
Cost of attendance
$31,143
Median earnings (10y)
$46,721
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,284
- ACT midpoint
- 26
- Retention
- 84.0%
- Locale
- Rural
Programs breakdown
20 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (39%), social sciences (24%), stem (16%).
- STEM16%
- Business13%
- Humanities & arts39%
- Social sciences24%
- Trades & services8%
- ~95 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Business12.7%~95 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Education11.5%~86 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Psychology9.0%~68 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication8.4%~63 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~59 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~50 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Liberal arts5.4%~41 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English3.6%~27 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~27 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History3.6%~27 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Computer science2.4%~18 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~18 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Theology2.4%~18 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Social sciences2.4%~18 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Mathematics1.8%~14 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~14 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
28 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 62 | $33,411 | $21,450 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 56 | — | $28,000 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | Associate's | 53 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 49 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 36 | $23,222 | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 35 | — | — |
| Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Studies. | Bachelor's | 27 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 19 | — | — |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Bachelor's | 15 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| Area Studies. | Bachelor's | 11 | $16,932 | — |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Bachelor's | 11 | — | — |
| Music. | Master's | 11 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 9 | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Bible/Biblical Studies. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Houghton University
Houghton University is a small institution located in Houghton, New York, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 753 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Visual & performing arts, Business, Education.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Houghton University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $20,519 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $18,430 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $31,143 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 65.2%, a above-average completion outcome. 84.0% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $46,721 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Houghton University confers degrees and certificates across 20 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Visual & performing arts, Business, Education. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (39% of credentials), social sciences (24% of credentials), stem (16% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Houghton University accepts 89% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,284. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 26.
Location & campus
Set in Houghton, New York (rural), Houghton University draws students from across New York and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Houghton University
Q.How much does Houghton University cost?
The average net price at Houghton University is $20,519 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $31,143.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Houghton University?
Houghton University has a 6-year graduation rate of 65.2% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Houghton University?
Houghton University admits 89% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do Houghton University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Houghton University graduate earns $46,721 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Houghton University?
Published tuition is $18,430 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Houghton University located?
Houghton University is located in Houghton, New York (ZIP 14744).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Houghton University at their official website.