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University of Houston-Downtown
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Annual Tuition
$7,708
Average Sticker Price
Admission Rate
90.6%
Selectivity Level
Graduation Rate
32.3%
Completion Success
Median Earnings
$53,551
10y Career Outlook
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About Institution
University of Houston-Downtown is a distinguished Public, 4-Year institution located in Houston, TX. With a competitive tuition profile of $7,708, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 32.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.
Admissions Intel
SAT Score Range
ACT Score Range
Acceptance Rate
90.6%
Investment Return
Estimated College ROI Analysis
Total 4-Year Cost
$30,832
Based on sticker tuition
Estimated Payback
1.3 yrs
Time to recoup investment
Annual Earnings Boost
+$23,551
vs. $30k HS diploma baseline
10-Year Net Gain
+$204,678
Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost
20-Year Net Gain
+$440,188
Long-term projected return on your education investment
Graduation Rate: 32%
Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.
ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at University of Houston-Downtown is $18,750.
Student Community
Gender Balance
Ethnic Diversity
Security Audit
Incidents
0
Burglary
0
Theft
0
Assault
0
Robbery
0
Rape
0
Arson
0
Murder
0
Financial Outlook
Total Sticker Price
$7,708
Estimated cost before aid.
Net Price By Income
Debt & Financial Aid
Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.
* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.
Quick Overview
Faculty Ratio
N/A
Retention
67.4%
Success
32.3%
In-State Cost
$7,708
Age 25+ Students
41.9%
Carnegie Class
Master's: Larger
Working at 6yr
4,496 students
Living In Houston
Off-Campus Market Estimator
Studio
$1,073
Monthly Average
1 Bedroom
$1,135
Monthly Average
2 Bedrooms
$1,357
Monthly Average
3 Bedrooms
$
Monthly Average
Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Houston metropolitan area.