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$7,708
per year
In-State Tuition
88%
Acceptance Rate
33%
Graduation Rate
67%
Retention Rate
University of Houston Downtown is an educational institution in Houston, TX. Check program requirements, costs and credit policies with the institution.
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19 of 19 CLEP exams accepted
Technology & Computer Science
Major: Computer & Information Sciences
Business & Finance
Major: Human Resources Management
Major: Human Resources Management
Sports & Fitness
Digital Media & Content
Broad degrees built to transfer into a bachelor’s program rather than lead to one specific career. They’re a common starting point at community colleges — you pick your major after you transfer.
A combined program in the biological and physical sciences, awarded overwhelmingly as an associate degree (93%) for transfer into a bachelor's science program. NCES CIP 30.0101 "Biological and Physical Sciences".
A broad program in the humanities -- literature, history, philosophy, languages and the arts -- taken as a general or transfer degree rather than a single-discipline major. NCES CIP 24.0103 "Humanities/Humanistic Studies".
Multi- and interdisciplinary programs that do not fall under a more specific code. NCES CIP 30.9999 "Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other".
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UHD offers competitive freshman merit awards of up to $2,000-$3,000 a year (3.5 GPA plus SAT/ACT minimums) and $1,500 endowed awards from a 2.7 GPA.
For students entering Fall 2026
UHD Freshman Merit Scholarship
Competitive$2,000 per year
Renewable: 15+ credit hours each term, 30 hours per year and a 3.20 cumulative GPA by the end of each academic year
Apply, be admitted and submit the essay (Topic A or B) by October 31; FAFSA for 2026-2027 required.
Up to $2,000 per year for four years. Requires a 3.5 GPA (4.0 scale) and a 1080 SAT or 21 ACT, plus an essay reviewed by a committee; UHD historically awards no more than 25 a year. Fall full-time first-time students only. Must be FAFSA eligible. Pre-Nursing/RN to BSN and international students are not eligible.
UHD Distinguished Merit (Honors) Scholarship
Competitive$3,000 per year
Renewable: 15+ credit hours each term, 30 hours per year and a 3.20 cumulative GPA by the end of each academic year; good standing in the University Honors Program; FAFSA/TASFA each year
Apply to the University Honors Program; submit the FAFSA or TASFA.
Up to $3,000 per year for four years, awarded to up to a dozen freshmen through the University Honors Program. Requires a 1170 SAT or 24 ACT AND either a 3.5+ GPA or top 15% class rank.
Cullen Scholarship
Competitive$1,500 per year
Renewable: 12 or more UHD credit hours each semester; renewal criteria reviewed each year
Apply through the Gator Scholarship Center after admission; transcripts received by January get priority.
$750 per semester. For new freshmen entering in fall who graduated from high school within the last two years; 12+ UHD hours each semester. Highest-ranked candidates get priority.
Cullinan Scholarship
Competitive$1,500 per year
Renewable: 12 or more UHD credit hours each semester; renewal criteria reviewed each year
Apply through the Gator Scholarship Center after admission; transcripts received by January get priority.
$750 per semester. For new freshmen entering in fall who graduated from high school within the last two years; 12+ UHD hours each semester. Highest-ranked candidates get priority.
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College scholarship pageChecked Oct 26, 2026
From the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard, most recent reporting cohort.
Net Price(family income < $30K)
$9,439
Per year, after grants & scholarships
Median Earnings
$53,551
10 years after entry, working full-time
Median Debt at Graduation
$18,750
Among completers who borrowed
Verified on Jul 2026
| Exam | Credits | Min Score | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
CLEP American Government Political Science | 3 | 50 | Accepted |
CLEP American Literature Literature & Humanities | 6 | 50 | Accepted |
CLEP Analyzing and Interpreting Literature Literature & Humanities | 3 | 50 | Accepted |
CLEP Biology Biology & Science | 8 | 50 | Accepted |
CLEP Chemistry Science | 6 | 50 | Accepted |
CLEP College Algebra Mathematics | 3 | 50 | Accepted |
CLEP College Composition Modular English & Writing | 3 | 50 | Accepted |
CLEP English Literature Literature & Humanities | 6 | 50 | Accepted |
CLEP French Language — Level 1 World Languages | 8 | 50 | Accepted |
CLEP History of the United States I History | 3 | 50 | Accepted |
Type
Public University
Location
Houston, Texas
Harris County
Control
Public
Programs Listed
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