University of Houston
UH
Houston, Texas 77204-2018
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Known for business — major research university
University of Houston is a public institution in Houston with particular strength in business and psychology. With an average SAT of 1229, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A large campus of 37.2K undergraduates with a 21:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
65% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $62,377 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $13,853.
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History & Fun Facts
- •On March 7, 1927, trustees of the Board of Education of the Houston Independent School District (HISD) unanimously signed a charter founding the junior college.
- •Its first class began June 5, 1927, with an enrollment of 232 students and 12 faculty recruited from Rice University, the University of Texas and Sam Houston State Teacher's College.
- •The first session accepted no freshman students, and its purpose was to mainly educate future teachers about the college.
- •In the fall semester, HJC opened enrolled to high school students.
- •HJC's first president was Edison Ellsworth Oberholtzer, who was the dominant force in establishing the junior college.
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Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1229
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Typical Application Requirements
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
68.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$14,000
Programs (190)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
86%
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
282
Peer Average
240
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from TX state average + large city premium