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UNIVERSITY · CDS 2023-2024
University of Houston
Prepared for Sample Student · Houston, TX
Best-case 4-yr offset
$142,856
AP savings + Tier One Scholarship
Typical 4-yr offset
$49,560
AP + avg merit × 4 · 68% receive merit
Need-based (if eligible)
up to $41,192 / 4 yrs
Admissions Reality
66.0%
Yield 27.0% · Test Optional
Annual Sticker Cost
$45,825
Net after avg aid: $35,527
AP Tuition Saved
$31,752
36 credits · 2.4 semester(s)

Admissions Profile

SAT Total (mid 50%)
1170–1370
ACT Composite
23–29
GPA
Not reported
Decision Plans
RD

Average GPA of 3.73; 43% in top 10% of H.S. class

Cost Breakdown

Tuition$27,776
Fees$1,026
Room & board$10,830
Cost of Attendance (sticker)$45,825
Average need-based aid− $10,298
Net price (avg)$35,527

Merit Scholarship Opportunity

Tier One Scholarship
$27,776 /yr
Academic Excellence Scholarship
$1,000–$27,776 /yr
National Merit Scholarship
$27,776 /yr

AP Investment & Return

Based on Houston's AP credit policy (min score 3).

Edit AP profile
Calculus BC
+8 credits · $7,056
5
Chemistry
+8 credits · $7,056
5
Biology
+8 credits · $7,056
5
English Language
+6 credits · $5,292
4
US History
+6 credits · $5,292
4
Credits
36
Sem. saved
2.4
Saved
$31,752
College Board Recognition
AP Scholar with Distinction

Average score of 3.5 on all AP exams taken, and scores of 3+ on 5 or more exams.

Say to the parent

"The University of Houston is a fantastic choice for students who want a top-tier education at a public school price. Their Conrad N. Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management is one of the best in the world, and their engineering and business programs are also highly ranked. It's a great place for students to get a world-class education and be prepared for a successful career."

Say to the student

"UH is a super diverse and energetic campus in the heart of one of the biggest cities in the country. You'll get a big-time college experience with amazing sports, tons of student organizations, and a city that has everything. It's a place where you can find your people and your passion."

College Admissions Co-pilot · Sourced from CDS 2023-2024 + official school financial aid & AP credit policy pagesUpdated 2026-04-22