UHD Description
An extensive list of accolades and recognitions accompany University of Houston, one of the nation’s leading and most dynamic public research universities. The fourth largest city in the country, Houston, Texas is a vibrant urban center alive with arts, culture and activity.
In the center of this electrifying hub is the University of Houston, educating more than 35,000 students annually in more than 300 undergraduate and graduate programs.
University of Houston, which has been acknowledged for its academics and research by such places as the Carnegie Foundation, conducts research through 40 centers.
Not only has the school itself received recognition but the faculty has as well. Whether it’s a Tony Award or the Nobel Peace Prize, University of Houston’s faculty accolades are impressive.
More than 400 student organizations and 16 intercollegiate sports teams add to the vibrancy of the UH experience.
On-campus residences, dining, and numerous student services ranging from personal counseling to career services provide students with the support that they need to succeed at UH.
Financial aid is available to those who qualify through loans, grants, work study, scholarships, and fellowships or assistantships.
Quick Facts
Location
Southwest
Setting
Large City Setting
Type
Public
Size
Very Large (+10,000 Undergrad)
Website
On-Campus Housing Available
No
In-State Tuition
$4,392
Out-of-State Tuition
$11,040
Selectivity
Open Admissions
Enrollment
12,742
UHD Students
- Full-Time Undergrad Students
- 12,134
- Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
- 12,742
Undergraduate vs. Graduate
- Undergraduate
- 95%
- Graduate
- 5%
Full-Time vs. Part-time Students
- Full-Time
- 47%
- Part-Time
- 53%
Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State
- In-State
- 96%
- Out-of-State
- 4%
Ethnic Diversity
- African-American
- 29%
- Asian
- 10%
- Caucasian
- 23%
- Latino
- 36%
- Other
- 2%
Students State Origin
- Texas
- 96%
- Other
- 4%
International Students
- International
- 4%
- Domestic
- 96%
