University of Houston – Clear Lake
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of Houston – Clear Lake
School Type: Public
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
The University of Houston – Clear Lake is a medium-sized public university located on an urban campus in Houston, Texas. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 6,107, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 83%. The university offers 38 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 51%, and a student-faculty ratio of 15:1. Tuition and fees for in-state students are $1,500, while tuition and fees for out-of-state students are $14,100.
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Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankRequired to be considered for admission
Letter of recommendationRequired for some
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required or recommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentNo
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile18-23
SAT 25th-75th Percentile990-1170
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
10k
Students enrolled
46%
Online student enrollment
15:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
19%
Unknown
1%
Black
4%
Hispanic
32%
Two or more races
2%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
5%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
48% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
8
Total Online Enrollment
4,269
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.46% online, 54% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
91% On-campus
9% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's8% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's11% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $1,500 | $14,100 |
| Graduate | $7,920 | $17,532 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,026 |
| On-campus room and board | $11,014 |
| On-campus other expenses | $1,742 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $13,724 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $2,180 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $2,180 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $15,282 | $27,882 |
| Off-campus without family | $18,430 | $31,030 |
| Off-campus with family | $4,706 | $17,306 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
48%
State Grant Aid
42%
Institution Grant Aid
45%
Pell Grant
48%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$18k
Average student debtafter graduation
$46k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
No information available for this school.
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Communications Technologies/Technicians And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | Engineering. | |||
| 8 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 9 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 10 | Family And Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences. | |||
| 11 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 12 | History. | |||
| 13 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 14 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 15 | Library Science. | |||
| 16 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 17 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 18 | Natural Resources And Conservation. | |||
| 19 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 20 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 21 | Psychology. | |||
| 22 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 23 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 24 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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