University of Houston-Downtown

Houston, TX

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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 highest program-level earnings outcomes are in CIP 00 — 10-year median earnings among aid recipients in these fields reach $117,242. 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.

Acceptance Rate

90.0%

Avg Net Price

$10,542

6-yr Grad Rate

55.5%

Earnings 10yr

$53,551

The Numbers

Admissions

Acceptance Rate
90.0%
SAT Range
940–1110
ACT Range
16–22
Enrollment
12,555
Student:Faculty
18:1

Costs & Outcomes

In-State Tuition
$7,708
Out-of-State Tuition
$17,548
Room & Board
$0
Students Receiving Aid
55.2%
Median Debt at Grad

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