University of Houston-Downtown
Houston, TX · public · 12,555 undergraduates
University of Houston-Downtown is a public university in Houston, TX with relatively accessible admissions, admitting about 90% of applicants. Below are the numbers families weigh most — how selective it is, the scores admitted students bring, what it actually costs after aid, and how many students go on to graduate.
Acceptance rate
90%
SAT (middle 50%)
940–1110
ACT (middle 50%)
16–22
Avg net price
$10,542/yr
sticker $20,749
Graduation rate
33%
within 6 years
Undergraduates
12,555
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What is University of Houston-Downtown's acceptance rate?
University of Houston-Downtown has an acceptance rate of about 90%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data.
What SAT score do you need for University of Houston-Downtown?
The middle 50% of admitted students at University of Houston-Downtown scored between 940–1110 on the SAT (ACT 16–22).
How much does University of Houston-Downtown cost?
Families pay an average net price of about $10,542 per year at University of Houston-Downtown after financial aid, versus a published cost of $20,749.
What is the graduation rate at University of Houston-Downtown?
About 33% of students at University of Houston-Downtown graduate within six years.
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Figures from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard. Admission chance estimates are advisory, based on published data and your academics, and are not a guarantee of admission.