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University of Houston

Houston, Texas · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$52,768

Acceptance Rate

70%

Graduation Rate

64%

Annual Tuition

$9,711

At a Glance

Total Students

37,175

Retention Rate

86%

Faculty Ratio

21

Financial Aid

32%

Median Debt

$18,194

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

The University of Houston is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 69.5% and a student body of 37,175. The university's retention rate is 86.4%, and its graduation rate is 64.1%. The median debt for graduates is $18,194, and 31.9% of students receive financial aid.

One year after graduation, alumni earn $48,424, with earnings increasing to $52,768 after five years and $62,377 after ten years. In-state tuition costs $9,711.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$48k

1 YEAR

$53k

5 YEARS

$62k

10 YEARS

Top 26% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, University of Houston alumni earn a median salary of $48,424. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $52,768. Ten years after graduation, the median salary is $62,377. The median debt for graduates is $18,194.

The University of Houston has a student body of 37,175. The university has a 69.5% acceptance rate and a 64.1% graduation rate. The retention rate is 86.4%. In-state tuition costs $9,711, and 31.9% of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Houston, Texas

Houston, TX 77204-2018

University of Houston is located in Houston, Texas. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

University of Houston has an acceptance rate of 69.5%.