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66.2%Acceptance
$9,711Tuition
37,175Students
65%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$62,377Earnings
#7 in TexasPublic4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalResearch UniversityNCAA Division IStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Cost Details

In-State Tuition
$9,711
Out-of-State Tuition
$22,191
Average Net Price
$13,853
Students Receiving Financial Aid
40.9%
Room & Board (On Campus)
$10,830
Room & Board (Off Campus)
$11,022
Books & Supplies
$1,556
Total Cost of Attendance
$22,097
Median Debt at Graduation
$18,194
Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
$193/mo
Loan Repayment Rate
61.9%
Students Taking Federal Loans
31.9%
Pell Grant Recipients
40.9%

Net Price by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants and scholarships. Source: U.S. Department of Education

Net price by family income bracket
Family Income Average Net Price
$0 – $30,000 $10,327
$30,001 – $48,000 $10,690
$48,001 – $75,000 $12,613
$75,001 – $110,000 $19,459
$110,001+ $22,969

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Cost Overview

Most University of Houston families pay far less than the $22,097 sticker price. Students from families earning under $30,000 pay just $10,327 per year, while those from wealthy families ($110,000+ income) pay the full $22,969. Over four years, costs range from about $41,000 to $92,000 depending on family income. Only 9.54% of students receive institutional grants, but the average grant is $10,102 for those who get them.

Graduates typically leave with $18,194 in debt, which translates to monthly payments of $193. Since the median starting salary is $48,424, loan payments take up less than 5% of gross income. The real bargain here belongs to Texas residents, who make up 95.77% of students and pay in-state tuition of just $9,711. Out-of-state students face a much steeper $22,191 tuition bill, making UH primarily a great deal for Texans seeking quality education without crushing debt.

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