Cheapest Classics and Classical Languages Colleges in Texas

Rice University stands out among Texas classics programs with an strong 95.70% graduation rate while maintaining a surprisingly low $12,640 net cost for this elite institution. The state's 12 classics programs show dramatic cost variations, from UT San Antonio's $11,234 net price to Baylor's $41,942. Texas museums like the Menil Collection and Blanton Museum actively seek graduates with classical training for curatorial and educational roles. Public universities dominate the affordable end, with UT Austin offering strong value at $19,678 net cost and an 87.60% graduation rate, while private schools like Trinity and Austin College provide smaller class environments for students willing to invest more in their classical education.

Programs

$11,234 – $41,942

Net Price Range

74.0%

Avg. Graduation Rate

12 Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, Texas	$11,234	$8,991	51.2%	86.9%
2	Rice University Houston, Texas	$12,640	$58,128	95.7%	8.7%
3	The University of Texas at Austin Austin, Texas	$19,678	$11,678	87.6%	31.4%
4	Houston Christian University Houston, Texas	$19,710	$38,100	49.8%	84.5%
5	Texas Tech University Lubbock, Texas	$20,071	$11,852	67.5%	67.3%
6	Texas A & M University-College Station College Station, Texas	$20,924	$13,099	83.8%	62.7%
7	Austin College Sherman, Texas	$23,451	$46,500	69.5%	54.4%
8	Trinity University San Antonio, Texas	$23,650	$51,352	81.9%	30.5%
9	University of Dallas Irving, Texas	$25,470	$50,880	68.0%	58.7%
10	Southwestern University Georgetown, Texas	$27,468	$51,058	69.3%	44.8%
11	Southern Methodist University Dallas, Texas	$41,778	$64,460	83.3%	52.3%
12	Baylor University Waco, Texas	$41,942	$54,844	80.2%	45.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Rice University achieve such low costs for classics students?

Rice's $12,640 net cost reflects the university's substantial endowment-funded financial aid program. Despite charging $58,128 in sticker price, Rice meets full demonstrated need for admitted students, making it more affordable than many public options.

What explains the large gap between public and private classics programs?

Public universities like UT San Antonio ($11,234) and UT Austin ($19,678) benefit from state funding that keeps costs low for Texas residents. Private institutions range from $23,451 at Austin College to $41,942 at Baylor, reflecting different endowment levels and aid policies.

Does acceptance rate correlate with graduation success in Texas classics programs?

Not necessarily. Rice's highly selective 8.68% acceptance rate produces 95.70% graduation rates, while UT San Antonio's open 86.90% acceptance rate yields 51.20% graduation rates. However, UT Austin balances both with 31.35% acceptance and 87.60% graduation rates.

Where do classics graduates typically find employment in Texas?

Texas museums, including Houston's Museum of Fine Arts and Dallas Museum of Art, hire classics graduates for curatorial and educational positions. Many also pursue law school, with Texas having the second-largest legal market in the nation after California.

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