Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 84.5%
- Average SAT
- 1,145
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,060–1,230
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 24
- Total Enrollment
- 2,777
Admissions Overview
Houston Christian University is open admission with an 84% acceptance rate, meaning most applicants who meet basic requirements will gain entry. The middle 50% of students score between 1060-1230 on the SAT or around 24 on the ACT. These scores reflect the university's focus on providing Christian education to a broad range of academic abilities rather than competing for top-tier test scores. The school seeks students who want to integrate their faith with their education and are comfortable in a Baptist environment. With nearly 95% of students coming from Texas, HCU particularly appeals to in-state students looking for a Christian community where academic achievement matters but spiritual growth takes equal priority.