UNIVERSITY · CDS 2023-2024
University of Houston
Houston, TX 34,796 undergrad Updated 2026-04-22
TexasUrban R1
Accept
66.0%
Yield
27.0%
Test
Optional
Academic Profile · CDS C9 / C11
The numbers a parent will ask about first.
SAT Total (mid 50%, computed)
1170–1370
SAT EBRW (mid 50%)
580–670
SAT Math (mid 50%)
590–700
ACT Composite (mid 50%)
23–29
GPA
Not reported
GPA NOTEAverage GPA of 3.73; 43% in top 10% of H.S. class
METHODTotal SAT range is computed by summing the reported EBRW and Math mid-50% ranges from the school’s CDS (Section C9). Use as an approximation — a student’s actual total places them within, not at, the summed endpoints.
Decision Plans · CDS C1 / C21
When and how the school reads applicants.
| Plan | Deadline | Accept rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plan details not yet recorded. | |||
Cost & Aid · CDS H Series
What it costs and what families actually pay.
Tuition
$27,776
Total COA
$45,825
Avg need-based aid
$10,298
Avg merit award
$4,452
Net price after avg need aid
$35,527
Houston meets 0.67% of demonstrated need on average.
Named merit programs
Tier One Scholarship
$27,776 – $27,776 / yr (renewable)
Academic Excellence Scholarship
$1,000 – $27,776 / yr (renewable)
National Merit Scholarship
$27,776 – $27,776 / yr (renewable)
AP Impact Calculator
What the student's APs are actually worth here.
Houston's AP Policy
The University of Houston awards course credit for scores of 3 or higher on Advanced Placement (AP) exams. The amount of credit and specific course equivalency can vary depending on the subject and the score received. There is no limit to the number of credits a student can earn through AP exams.
Min score
3
Credit cap
Uncapped
Mode
Credit + placement
Per-score grid
Exam-level
Add the student's APs
No APs selected. Click Add AP exam to start, or use the sample profile to see what a strong student might recover.
What They Value · CDS C7
Every CDS factor, weighted exactly as the admissions office files it.
- Rigor of secondary school recordVery Important
- Class rankImportant
- Academic GPAImportant
- Standardized test scoresImportant
- Application EssayConsidered
- Recommendation(s)Considered
Mission & Narrative
What this school says it is — in their own words.
The mission of the University of Houston is to offer nationally competitive and internationally recognized opportunities for learning, discovery and engagement to a diverse population of students in a real-world setting.
Distilled Themes
Nationally competitiveInternationally recognizedDiverse populationReal-world setting
The Coach's Read
What 'what they value' actually means at the table.
- 01UH is a huge, diverse public research university. It's a great option for Texas residents who want a classic big-school experience.
- 02They are test-optional, but strong scores will help, especially for competitive programs like engineering and business.
- 03They value demonstrated interest, so encourage students to engage with the university.
Application Targets
What a strong application here should signal.
- 01A strong academic record with a challenging curriculum.
- 02Evidence of leadership and involvement in extracurricular activities.
- 03A compelling essay that shows personality and fit with the university.
Quiet Disqualifiers
Things that hurt applicants here, even when they look fine on paper.
- A weak academic record without an upward trend
- A lack of involvement in extracurricular activities
- A generic essay that doesn't show genuine interest in UH
Signature Programs
Where this school is genuinely best-in-class.
Conrad N. Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management; Cullen College of Engineering; Bauer College of Business; Law Center
Application calendar
Every date the family needs to know.
Deadlines & Decision Dates · 2025-2026
Family deadline matrix
Plan
Deadline
Decision release
Rolling Admission
Non-binding
UH doesn't have an official deadline to apply, but orientation is mandatory, so it is recommended to apply early.
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Early Decision I
Not offered
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Early Decision II
Not offered
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Early Action
Not offered
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Restrictive Early Action
Not offered
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Regular Decision
Not offered
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CDS C7 · Level of applicant's interest
Does effort toward this school move the needle?
Demonstrated Interest·CDS C7 (2024-2025)
Not trackedWeight: Not Considered
The University of Houston does not track demonstrated interest; official policy states all applicants are evaluated identically regardless of contact.
Save the energy
Do not spend effort on interest signals — focus on essays and academics instead.
Provenance