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$9,717
per year
In-State Tuition
66%
Acceptance Rate
65%
Graduation Rate
87%
Retention Rate
University of Houston is a public four-year institution in Houston, TX. Programs offered include Psychology, Finance, Biology, Kinesiology and Computer & Information Sciences.
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18 of 18 CLEP exams accepted
Business & Finance
Engineering
Real Estate & Construction
Arts & Communications
Social Services & Nonprofit
Sports & Fitness
Major: Sports Science and Kinesiology
Technology & Computer Science
Major: Computer & Information Sciences
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.
Multi- and interdisciplinary programs that do not fall under a more specific code. NCES CIP 30.9999 "Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other".
A broad program across the humanities, social sciences, mathematics and natural sciences, most often taken as a transfer degree into a bachelor's program. NCES CIP 24.0101 "Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies".
9
Sports
4
Men’s teams
7
Women’s teams
Team Sports(6)
Football
Basketball
Baseball
Softball
Soccer
Volleyball
Individual Sports(2)
Tennis
Golf
Aquatic Sports(1)
Swimming and Diving
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Application Requirements
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UH offers competitive merit scholarships to incoming freshmen, including Academic Excellence, Tier One (full tuition) and National Merit Finalist awards; apply by early November.
For students entering Fall 2027
National Merit Scholarship Finalist award
AutomaticFull cost of tuition and required fees for four years
Renewable: Full-time enrollment (12 credit hours) each fall and spring, 3.0 cumulative UH GPA, and 30/60/90 credit hours by the end of years 1/2/3
Name UH as your first-choice institution with the National Merit Scholarship Corporation by its deadlines
For National Merit Finalists only. Also eligible for a one-time $1,000 research stipend and a one-time $2,000 study abroad stipend.
Academic Excellence Scholarship
CompetitiveNo published minimums; chosen from applicants.
Renewable: Full-time enrollment (12 credit hours) each fall and spring, 3.0 cumulative UH GPA, and 30/60/90 credit hours by the end of years 1/2/3
Apply for fall admission by Nov. 2, 2026; supporting information due Nov. 9, 2026
Various amounts. Renewable for four years (five for Architecture). Test-optional applicants submit an essay and resume.
Tier One Scholarship
CompetitiveFull cost of tuition and required fees for four years, plus on-campus housing and meal plan for the first two years
Renewable: Full-time enrollment (12 credit hours) each fall and spring, 3.0 cumulative UH GPA, and 30/60/90 credit hours by the end of years 1/2/3
Complete the Tier One Scholarship application, a letter of recommendation and the UH admission application by Nov. 2, 2026; finalists interview in December
No published minimum. UH says a 1400 SAT or 30 ACT and top-10% class rank improve your chances; test-optional candidates are considered.
Cullen Leadership Scholarship
Competitive$1,000 per year
No published minimums; chosen from applicants.
Renewable: Full-time enrollment (12 credit hours) each fall and spring, 3.0 cumulative UH GPA, and 30/60/90 credit hours by the end of years 1/2/3
No additional application; selected from admitted applicants
For students with a competitive academic profile and demonstrated leadership skills.
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College scholarship pageChecked Oct 25, 2026
From the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard, most recent reporting cohort.
Net Price(family income < $30K)
$10,929
Per year, after grants & scholarships
Median Earnings
$62,377
10 years after entry, working full-time
Median Debt at Graduation
$18,194
Among completers who borrowed
Verified on Jul 2026
| Exam | Credits | Min Score | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
CLEP American Government Political Science | 3 | 50 | Accepted |
CLEP Biology Biology & Science | 1 | 50 | Accepted |
CLEP Calculus Mathematics | 4 | 50 | Accepted |
CLEP College Algebra Mathematics | 3 | 50 | Accepted |
CLEP College Composition English & Writing | 3 | 50 | Accepted |
CLEP College Mathematics Mathematics | 3 | 50 | Accepted |
CLEP Financial Accounting Accounting | 3 | 50 | Accepted |
CLEP German Language — Level 1 World Languages | 3 | 60 | Accepted |
CLEP German Language — Level 2 World Languages | 6 | 70 | Accepted |
CLEP History of the United States I History | 3 | 50 | Accepted |
Type
Public University
Location
Houston, Texas
Harris County
Control
Public
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