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Private For-Profit2-year

Vet Tech Institute of Houston

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

#407
Nationally
#15
In Texas
83%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 80%
$13,960
Annual Tuition
per year
190
Undergrad Enrollment
Under 1,000
Overall Score & Rankings
57/100
Good
#407 nationally
#15 in Texas
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes50
πŸ’°Affordability77
πŸ“šAcademic Environment50
πŸ”¬Program Breadth40

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

Vet Tech Institute of Houston is a private for-profit two-year community college located in Houston, Texas. With 190 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 83%, the institution is considered accessible. Annual tuition is $13,960, significantly below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $12,530 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate83%↓ Below avg
National avg: 80%
52
Applied
43
Admitted
23
Enrolled
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$13,960/yr
Room & Board$896/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$16,920/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$13,960↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$12,530
$30,001 – $48,000$14,230
$48,001 – $75,000$14,049
$75,001 – $110,000$19,963
Student Body
190
Total Undergrads
88% F / 12% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 28%
Hispanic 47%
Black 16%
Asian 1%
Two or more 4%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Tuition ($13,960/yr) is well below the national average for private for-profit colleges
  • βœ“Open admissions policy (83% acceptance rate) β€” accessible to a wide range of students
  • βœ“Reasonable room and board costs at $896/yr
  • βœ“Small campus environment (190 students) β€” more personal attention and close-knit community
Consider
  • Β·Data on some metrics is not yet available β€” contact the admissions office for details
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students seeking an accessible path to a college degree, students planning to transfer to a 4-year university, working adults seeking career-focused certificates and degrees, and students who prefer smaller class sizes and closer faculty relationships.

Institution Profile
Type2-year
ControlPrivate For-Profit
LocationHouston, Texas
SettingCity: Large
SizeUnder 1,000
Affordability Spotlight
$12,530
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#15
in Texas out of 7+ colleges
#407
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.