Founded in 1927, the University of Houston is the leading public research university in the vibrant international city of Houston. Each year, we educate 35,000 students in nearly 300 undergraduate and graduate academic programs, on campus and online. UH awards more than 6,500 degrees annually, with nearly 200,000 alumni.
Our students find more than 100 undergraduate majors and minors and nearly 200 graduate degree programs, including some that rank among
the nation’s best. They find the opportunity to conduct world-class research with award-winning faculty, like Ioannis A. Kakadiaris, who’s working toward early detection of heart attack risk, and Kishore Mohanty, developer of a technology that brings “dead” oil wells back to life.
And they find a picturesque 550-acre campus in Houston, Texas, the energy capital of the world. In this international city, UH students find limitless opportunities to practice job skills, build professional networks, launch your career—and have a lot of fun.
UH graduates can be found in leadership positions from Capitol Hill to community nonprofits. Our alumni have done it all—from walking in space to leading major corporations to winning Olympic gold.
Location
UH is located in Houston, Texas, the nation’s fourth-largest city and the energy capital of the world. Our students regularly test their skills through internships with national and international companies based here, and our faculty routinely partner with businesses and government agencies through research.
Programs of Study
Our Undergraduates choose from 109 majors and minors. At the graduate level, we offer 131 master’s, 51 doctoral, and three professional degree programs. You may study online through our Distance Education program, or take non-credit courses through Continuing Education. Many of our academic programs rank among the nation’s best.
Research
Our faculty and students conduct research through 40 research centers and in every academic department. UH research regularly breaks new ground and opens doors to new ways of understanding the world.
Faculty
University of Houston faculty are renowned scholars with real-world experience who work closely with each student. From the Tony Award to the Nobel Peace Prize and back to the classroom, UH faculty makes things happen on campus and across the world.
Students
The University of Houston is the second most ethnically diverse major research university in the United States. Students come to UH from more than 130 nations and from across the nation. Our student body comprises about 35,000 undergraduate and graduate students. [More about our student population]
Student Life
With more than 250 student organizations and 16 intercollegiate sports teams, life at UH is active and lively. About 4,000 students live on campus in residence halls, apartments, and townhouses.
Accreditation
The University of Houston is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award baccalaureate, master's, professional, and doctoral degrees.
In addition, the University is a member of the Council of Graduate Schools in the United States, the Conference of Southern Graduate Schools, the National Commission on Accrediting, the Association of Texas Colleges and Universities, the American Council on Education, the Association of American State Colleges and Universities, the Association of American Colleges, the Association of Urban Universities, and the National Association of State Universities and Land Grant Colleges. UH colleges, programs, and professional associations also hold memberships and accreditations by additional agencies
The University of Houston (often referred to as "U of H", "UH", or "Houston") is a public doctoral/research university located in Houston, Texas. It is the flagship institution and the only doctoral degree-granting university in the , which includes three other universities and two multi-institution teaching centers. Founded in 1927, the University serves more than 35,300 students in 12 academic colleges and in the interdisciplinary Honors College on a campus southeast of Downtown Houston. UH offers 109 bachelor's, 131 master's, 51 doctoral, and three professional degree programs. It currently is the third-largest university in Texas and twenty-third largest university in the United States by enrollment, awarding more than 6,600 degrees annually.
The University of Houston conducts research in each academic department and operates more than 40 research centers and institutes on campus. Interdisciplinary research conducted at UH includes superconductivity, space commercialization, biomedical engineering, economics, education, petroleum exploration, and virtual technology.
The University of Houston began as Houston Junior College (HJC). On March 7, 1927, trustees of the Houston Independent School District Board of Education unanimously passed a resolution that authorized the founding and operating of a junior college. The junior college was operated and controlled by the Houston Independent School District (HISD).
Originally HJC was located in San Jacinto High School and offered only night courses. Its first session began March 7, 1927, with an enrollment of 232 students and 12 faculty. This session was primarily held to educate the future teachers of the junior college, and no freshmen were allowed to enroll. A more accurate date for the official opening of HJC is September 19, 1927, when enrollment was opened to all persons having completed the necessary educational requirements. The first president of HJC was Edison Ellsworth Oberholtzer, who was the dominant force in establishing the junior college.
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| Percent of Students International: | 8% |
| On-Campus Housing Available: | Yes |
| Percent of Students Living On-Campus: | 15% |
| Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: | No |
| Member of: | NAA, NCAA |
| Sports Include: |
Football (Conference USA) Basketball (Conference USA) Baseball (Conference USA) Track (Conference USA) |
| Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) | In-State | Out-of-State | |
Published Tuition and Fees: |
$ 5,296 | $ 11,920 | |
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 1,200 | $ 7,824 | |
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads: |
$ 4,096 | $ 4,096 | |
| Financial Aid | Avg. Amount Received | % of Students Receiving Aid | |
Federal Grants: |
$ 3,126 | 37% | |
State and Local Grants: |
$ 2,852 | 19% | |
Institutional Grants: |
$ 2,327 | 42% | |
Student Loans: |
$ 2,997 | 33% | |
Any Aid: |
75% |
| Acceptance Rate: | 81% (Selective) |
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| % of Students Submitting SAT Scores: | 91% |
| Bottom 25th Percentile: | Verbal: 460, Math: 490 |
| Top 75th Percentile: | Verbal: 580, Math: 610 |
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| % of Students Submitting ACT Scores: | 30% |
| Bottom 25th Percentile: | Composite: 19, Verbal: 17, Math: 18 |
| Top 75th Percentile: | Composite: 24, Verbal: 24, Math: 25 |
| Application Fee: | $ 50.00 |
| Formal Demonstration of Competencies: | Not Required |
| High School Diploma or Equivalent: | Recommended |
| High School GPA: | Required |
| High School Rank: | Required |
| High School Record: | Required |
| Recommendations: | Not Required |
| TOEFL: | Required |
| Test Scores: | Required |
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16 months ago
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It is a very urban campus. Most students commute to school and live off-campus. There is some campus life, but most students just work and go to school. The campus is located close to downtown Houston so there is a lot to do off-campus.
The University of Houston has a brand new fitness and recreation facility. I toured it a few months ago and it is fantastic. They have a rock climbing wall, huge swimming pool, plenty of cardio machines and weights and a water slide.
Hope that helped.
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how is unversity of houston main campus?
how is university of houston main campus?
is it a fun school?
is it easy to meet people at the school?
whats the best way to meet new ppl? would a frat house be a good choice?
16 months ago
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U of H is pretty cool. My niece went there and so did some of my friends. I went to TSU.
My niece lived on campus for a year. She loved it but transferred to TSU with me after a couple years.
She loved campus life there. It just got expensive.
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I was wondering if anyone has gone to the University of Houston's college orientation yet. I am in the middle of deciding whether I should choose the 1 day or 2 day orientation. I'm sorta strapped for money. If it's not worth it, I would go for the 1 day, but if it's fun I'll go for the 2 day. If you went already, can you tell me what goes on and if you would pick the one or two day. Thanks.
19 months ago
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I went to its orientation for 1 day on last Friday. Basically 1 day orientation just covers the main idea how the college life is and then they will walk you through the building of your major and there you can register and talk to them, etc.
You can check out the sample schedule and decide which one you prefer. You won't have to pay it right away; the cost will be charged to your tuition.
http://www.uh.edu/orientation/conferences.html
PS: If you have a friend or a parent to go with, it would be nice. Otherwise sometimes you will feel bored and lonely, especially when you have lunch.
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I really like TSU but I need to be able to work full time and would go to school part-time in the evenings. TSU does not offer part-time classes in the evening and UOH does. Does any one know if there are classes during the summer if one wanted to go classes all year round? Any advise or insight here is welcomed!
20 months ago
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UH has a much better reputation. Their health law program is nationally recognized.
I cannot advise you on availabilty of classes; but I have been told in the last years you would need to go fulltime to sucessfully complete this program.
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I want to go into a pre pharmacy program but I cannot decide between University of Texas Austin or University of Houston. Which college have yall heard is better and more prestigious? Please let me know soon and thanks for all your responses.
26 months ago
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I can speak for the University of Houston. My good friend graduated from there less than a year ago and got a starting pharmacy job at Albertson's for 96k with a 20k signing bonus paid over 3 years. Those numbers sound good enough to me to pick that school.
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What school would be better for a Biology B.S. Baylor or University of Houston?
26 months ago
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Depends on your situation(i.e. money), but in general I would say Baylor trumps U of H. Why? 1) Baylor more known for quality education 2) Baylor School of Medicine is renoun (i.e. lots of help if that is your ulitimate goal)
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32 months ago
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Their law school is quite good and their college of Hotel restaurant management is the best in the nation. As for living in Houston? We should get combat pay for the commute.
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