University of Houston-Downtown

University of Houston-Downtown is a large public master's university (large program) located in Houston, Texas, with an undergraduate enrollment of 12,555. The institution offers master's-level programs across multiple professional and academic fields alongside its undergraduate curriculum, serving students seeking advanced credentials in applied disciplines. As a public institution primarily funded through state appropriations and federal grants, it operates within the broader Texas postsecondary education landscape and is regionally accredited, making its credits and degrees eligible for federal financial aid. With a 90% acceptance rate, admission is open to most applicants. The 90% acceptance rate reflects a broadly open admissions approach serving a wide range of students. Net price for families earning \$48,001–$75,000 averages $11,247 per year. The 4-year graduation rate is 33%, 12 percentage points below the national average of 45%. Among students who received federal financial aid, 10-year median earnings are $53,551. Median debt at graduation for federal aid recipients is $18,750. The student-to-faculty ratio is 18:1.