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University of Houston-Downtown

Houston, Texas Β· City: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#3929
Nationally
#236
In Texas
91%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$6,080
In-State Tuition
per year
34%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
12,880
Undergrad Enrollment
10,000–19,999
Overall Score & Rankings
40/100
Average
#3929 nationally
#236 in Texas
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes34
πŸ’°Affordability50
🎯Selectivity40
πŸ“šAcademic Environment11
πŸ”¬Program Breadth78

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

University of Houston-Downtown is a public four-year university located in Houston, Texas. With 12,880 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 91%, the institution is considered accessible. In-state tuition is $6,080 per year ($16,016 out-of-state), below average for public institutions. The six-year graduation rate is 34%, which is below average compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate91%↓ Below avg
National avg: 70%
6,953
Applied
6,302
Admitted
1,491
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading490 – 560
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math470 – 550
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)17 – 23
Cost & Financial Aid
In-State Tuition$6,080/yr
In-State Fees$1,456/yr
Out-of-State Tuition$16,016/yr
Room & Board$1,296/yr
Total CoA (In-State)$8,832/yr
Total CoA (Out-of-State)$18,768/yr
In-State Tuition vs National Avg$6,080↑ Above avg
National avg: $10,662
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate34%↓ Below avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
12,880
Total Undergrads
62% F / 38% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 11%
Hispanic 58%
Black 17%
Asian 8%
Two or more 2%
International 2%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($6,080/yr) is well below the national average for public colleges
  • βœ“Open admissions policy (91% acceptance rate) β€” accessible to a wide range of students
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $1,296/yr
  • βœ“Publicly funded institution β€” tuition subsidized by state taxes for in-state residents
Consider
  • Β·Graduation rate of 34% is below the national average β€” research completion support services
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students seeking an accessible path to a college degree, and in-state students who want a quality education at a subsidized cost.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPublic
LocationHouston, Texas
SettingCity: Large
Size10,000–19,999
State Ranking
#236
in Texas out of 7+ colleges
#3929
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.