At a glance
Average net price
$14,276
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
64.6%
Admission rate
74%
Undergrad size
38,380
In-state tuition
$9,717
Out-of-state tuition
$22,547
Cost of attendance
$26,185
Median earnings (10y)
$62,377
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,250
- ACT midpoint
- 26
- Retention
- 87.0%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
24 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by stem (28%), business (28%), social sciences (17%).
- STEM28%
- Health6%
- Business28%
- Humanities & arts16%
- Social sciences17%
- Trades & services5%
- Business28.1%~10,766 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Computer science9.9%~3,788 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Psychology8.8%~3,393 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Engineering6.8%~2,594 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~2,406 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~2,203 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Social sciences5.2%~1,988 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~1,731 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Communication4.0%~1,516 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~1,458 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering tech3.5%~1,332 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~1,244 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~1,163 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Architecture1.6%~618 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English1.3%~510 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- History0.9%~334 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.9%~326 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~326 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~184 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.4%~161 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~138 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~115 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~69 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~19 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
40 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 1,298 | $31,245 | $20,500 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 1,074 | $49,877 | $18,125 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 793 | $45,390 | $17,875 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 772 | $29,345 | $22,298 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 734 | $25,573 | $17,750 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 668 | $63,082 | $18,751 |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Bachelor's | 634 | $57,394 | $16,750 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 589 | $46,988 | $17,370 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor's | 560 | $49,029 | $21,500 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 526 | $30,274 | $21,000 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 508 | $47,454 | $14,874 |
| Law. | First professional | 493 | $70,167 | — |
| Social Work. | Master's | 475 | $45,906 | — |
| Computer Systems Analysis. | Bachelor's | 414 | $55,675 | $24,990 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 400 | $31,388 | $19,500 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management. | Bachelor's | 398 | $37,817 | $21,423 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 393 | $68,022 | $20,000 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 366 | $36,173 | $23,800 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 362 | $98,237 | — |
| Construction Engineering Technology/Technician. | Bachelor's | 358 | $66,571 | $22,629 |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 347 | $42,417 | $19,500 |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 283 | $23,158 | $19,700 |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | First professional | 238 | $110,469 | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 224 | $36,587 | $20,375 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 208 | $41,468 | $20,100 |
| Architecture. | Bachelor's | 203 | $47,319 | $26,250 |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | Bachelor's | 203 | $24,089 | $23,000 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 201 | $31,501 | $22,450 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor's | 195 | $40,455 | $22,000 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | Bachelor's | 188 | $27,051 | $21,845 |
| Optometry. | First professional | 184 | $91,785 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 177 | $68,526 | $26,283 |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 176 | $52,218 | — |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | Bachelor's | 175 | $25,544 | $20,250 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master's | 174 | $63,558 | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | Bachelor's | 172 | $27,152 | $21,000 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Master's | 168 | — | — |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor's | 167 | $75,967 | $25,692 |
| Chemical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 163 | $77,026 | $20,000 |
| Computer Software and Media Applications. | Bachelor's | 162 | $32,237 | $23,959 |
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 University of Houston
University of Houston is a very large institution located in Houston, Texas, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 38,380 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Computer science, Psychology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at University of Houston — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $14,276 per year, which is moderately priced compared to other U.S. institutions. Sticker tuition runs $9,717 for in-state students and $22,547 for out-of-state students before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $26,185 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 64.6%, a above-average completion outcome. 87.0% 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 $62,377 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
University of Houston confers degrees and certificates across 24 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Computer science, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by stem (28% of credentials), business (28% of credentials), social sciences (17% 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
University of Houston accepts 74% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,250. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 26.
Location & campus
Set in Houston, Texas (city), University of Houston draws students from across Texas 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 University of Houston
Q.How much does University of Houston cost?
The average net price at University of Houston is $14,276 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $26,185.
Q.What is the graduation rate at University of Houston?
University of Houston has a 6-year graduation rate of 64.6% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into University of Houston?
University of Houston admits 74% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do University of Houston graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median University of Houston graduate earns $62,377 per year.
Q.What is tuition at University of Houston?
Published tuition is $9,717 in-state and $22,547 out-of-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is University of Houston located?
University of Houston is located in Houston, Texas (ZIP 77204).
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 University of Houston at their official website.