University of Houston – Downtown

1 Main Street, Houston, TX

University of Houston - Downtown provides a variety of program options for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Houston, Texas and publically funded. Approximately 13,000 students are enrolled yearly at UHD.

Students may pick from many areas of study, including but not limited to:

Liberal Arts And Sciences
Business And Marketing Studies
Interdisciplinary Studies
Security And Protective Services

The school maintains an open enrollment policy, accepting all applicants that meet the requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, records, test scores, and admissions essays may be required for certain programs. More information from the admissions office can be found at uhd.edu.

Tuition & fees at this school vary for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs close to $5,300 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $14,000 per year. Some students at UHD may qualify for financial aid, which is typically offered as grants or student loans.

Students may visit the UHD website to get a complete list of programs offered, student services, and more.

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the candidates University of Houston – Downtown accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

Dual Credits
Life Experience Credits
AP Course Credits

Student Enrollment

The total student enrollment at University of Houston – Downtown is about 14,000, with undergraduate students making up about 93% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.

Estimated Costs & Financial Aid

The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $7,400. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $35 application fee for students applying to the school. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.

Tuition & Fees Information

Annual tuition range estimates:
- In-State Tuition: $4,700-$5,600
- Nonresident Student Tuition: $14,000-$16,680
Part-time students are charged:
- State Residents: $200-$230 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $580-$690 per credit unit
Some programs may have a frozen tuition rate, which means the tuition will stay the same for up to five years.
May provide a prepaid tuition option, which allows tuition to be purchased at current rates for enrollment at a future date

Financial Aid Details

The table listed below helps break down the types of financial aid students receive and the percent receiving aid, as well as the average amount of aid per student per year.

	Percent of Students	Average Amount
Any Financial Aid	82%	-
Receiving Grants & Scholarships	76%	$8,832
Receiving Student Loans	25%	$4,746

Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To support students and graduates, University of Houston – Downtown may provide services to students including:

Distance learning
Night and weekend classes available
Remedial courses
Career path counseling
Student employment
Assisting students to find work

Graduation Rates

University of Houston – Downtown has an overall graduation rate which is close to 14%.

Number of Year to Graduate	Percent of Entering Class
Students Graduating in 4 Years	3%
Graduating in 5 Years	6%
Graduating in 6 Years	6%

Programs Offered

The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.