Hispanic Serving Institutions in Texas

Discover more about Hispanic-serving institutions in Texas and what these diverse universities or colleges can offer you as a student.

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Updated January 25, 2024

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TAMIU offers the most affordable education among Hispanic-serving institutions in Texas.
After California, Texas has the most Hispanic-serving institutions in the U.S.
Support resources at Hispanic-serving institutions help Hispanic and Latino/a students succeed in college.
Some 64 Hispanic-serving institutions call Texas home.

The Lone Star State boasts the second-largest concentration of Hispanic-serving institutions (HSIs) after California. To get recognized by the United States Department of Education (ED) as an HSI, a college needs a Hispanic undergraduate enrollment of at least 25%.

There are 359 HSIs in the U.S., according to the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities. Hispanic and Latino/a students can receive increased support at HSIs, which can lead to higher graduation rates.

Considering attending an HSI? Discover everything you need to know about Hispanic-serving institutions in Texas in this comprehensive breakdown. And learn how much the cheapest HSIs in Texas cost.

List of All Hispanic Serving Institutions in Texas

We’ve created a complete list of all four-year nonprofit HSIs in Texas. You can use the table below to compare data on student population, average net cost, acceptance rate, and number of applicants.

The following school data comes from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). Institutions with fewer than 500 undergraduates were not included in this list.

4-Year Hispanic Serving Institutions in Texas
School	Total Student Enrollment	Total Hispanic Enrollment	Avg. Annual Net Price	Acceptance Rate	Number of Applicants
Concordia University Texas	1,863	33%	$24,761	86%	1,886
Hallmark University	876	46%	$12,281	53%	329
Houston Baptist University	4,257	32%	$19,515	84%	10,258
Our Lady of the Lake University	2,326	66%	$19,100	100%	N/A
Sam Houston State University	21,480	26%	$13,632	85%	16,316
Southwestern Adventist University	793	47%	$20,028	54%	1,438
Southwestern University	1,483	25%	$31,014	45%	5,557
St. Edward’s University	3,470	46%	$27,193	85%	6,015
St. Mary’s University	3,253	60%	$21,379	86%	5,369
Sul Ross State University	1,987	75%	$13,130	97%	717
Texas A&M International University	8,505	92%	$5,383	48%	7,848
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi	10,778	62%	$15,181	88%	8,421
Texas A&M University-Kingsville	6,092	69%	$11,347	97%	5,768
Texas A&M University-San Antonio	7,309	77%	$11,043	96%	9,110
Texas Lutheran University	1,369	42%	$21,442	92%	1,835
Texas State University	38,171	40%	$14,120	88%	28,908
Texas Tech University	40,378	27%	$17,896	67%	35,400
Texas Woman’s University	15,958	28%	$11,682	94%	7,286
The University of Texas at Arlington	43,946	36%	$14,262	81%	21,963
The University of Texas at Austin	52,384	28%	$17,434	31%	60,055
The University of Texas at El Paso	23,880	84%	$9,563	100%	10,493
The University of Texas at San Antonio	34,393	58%	$12,664	87%	23,295
The University of Texas Permian Basin	5,848	49%	$10,370	95%	1,475
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley	31,559	91%	$8,105	88%	13,744
Trinity University	2,692	26%	$30,038	31%	11,463
University of Houston	46,700	34%	$14,056	66%	29,783
University of North Texas	44,767	26%	$15,283	79%	32,016
University of North Texas at Dallas	3,685	41%	$13,555	85%	21,500
University of the Incarnate Word	7,305	54%	$20,832	94%	9,625
West Texas A&M University	9,242	30%	$17,001	92%	4,695

How Much Do Colleges in Texas Cost?

Texas charges $1,359 less than the national average for in-state tuition at public four-year colleges. According to the NCES, four-year Texas public institutions charged in-state students $8,016 in 2020-2021. Even going to college as a non-resident in Texas costs less than the national average for out-of-state students.

Out-of-state students paid an average of $27,091 nationally in 2020-2021, whereas Texas out-of-state students paid $25,471.

Cost Of College In Texas 2020-2021
Institution Type	Avg. Tuition And Required Fees
Public 4-Year (In-State)	$8,016
Public 4-Year (Out-of-State)	$25,471
Private 4-Year	$37,450
Public 2-Year (In-State)	$2,828
Public 2-Year (Out-of-State	$7,764

Source: NCES

Most Affordable HSIs in Texas

In the 2019-2020 school year, Texas boasted a college enrollment of 1.7 million students, with 39.2% of students identifying as Latino/a. There are 64 Hispanic-serving institutions in Texas. Of the HSIs in Texas, the following five colleges stand out as the most affordable schools.

We use trusted sources like Peterson's Data and the National Center for Education Statistics to inform the data for these schools. from our partners appear among these rankings and are indicated as such.

How We Rank Schools

To create this ranking, BestColleges sourced the most recent data available from the National Center for Education Statistics and the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. We then ranked each school according to the top variables college students selected in our College Choice and Admissions Survey. To learn more, check out our full rankings methodology or read the summary below.

To qualify for our rankings lists, each school must be an accredited public or private, nonprofit institution. Each eligible school was then ranked based on a formula measuring:

Affordability (30%)
Student outcomes (30%)
Reputation (20%)
Diversity and social mobility (20%)

In addition, we only included colleges with graduation rates in the top third of all online colleges.

Texas A&M International University

Laredo, TX4 yearCampus + Online

$3,818

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, In-State

$13,610

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, Out-of-state

54%

Acceptance Rate

62%

Online Enrollment

Located on a 300-acre campus in Laredo, Texas, Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) ranks as the cheapest Hispanic-serving institution in Texas, with an average annual net price of $5,383. The 1970-founded college educates some 8,505 students, with a 48% Hispanic enrollment, who can choose from 100 programs and more than 100 student organizations. TAMIU earned HSI designation in 2021.

Avg. Grad Tuition, In-State

$3,350

Avg. Grad Tuition, Out-of-state

$10,694

Retention Rate

74%

Students Enrolled

8,455

Institution Type

Public

Accreditation

Yes

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, In-State

$3,818

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, Out-of-state

$13,610

Texas A&M International University

Laredo, TX4 yearCampus + Online

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, In-State

$3,818

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, Out-of-state

$13,610

Acceptance Rate

54%

Online Enrollment

62%

Avg. Grad Tuition, In-State

$3,350

Avg. Grad Tuition, Out-of-state

$10,694

Retention Rate

74%

Students Enrolled

8,455

Institution Type

Public

Accreditation

Yes

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Edinburg, TX4 yearCampus + Online

$7,857

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, In-State

$17,649

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, Out-of-state

94%

Acceptance Rate

78%

Online Enrollment

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV), a public university established in 2013, features one of the largest Latino/a student populations in Texas, with a total Hispanic enrollment of 91%. This large university maintains a student body of 31,559 and has one of the most affordable tuition rates in Texas. Students pay an average annual net price of $8,105. UTRGV's schools and colleges offer more than 125 undergraduate and graduate programs.

Avg. Grad Tuition, In-State

$7,002

Avg. Grad Tuition, Out-of-state

$14,346

Retention Rate

72%

Students Enrolled

31,940

Institution Type

Public

Accreditation

Yes

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, In-State

$7,857

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, Out-of-state

$17,649

The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley

Edinburg, TX4 yearCampus + Online

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, In-State

$7,857

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, Out-of-state

$17,649

Acceptance Rate

94%

Online Enrollment

78%

Avg. Grad Tuition, In-State

$7,002

Avg. Grad Tuition, Out-of-state

$14,346

Retention Rate

72%

Students Enrolled

31,940

Institution Type

Public

Accreditation

Yes

The University of Texas at El Paso

El Paso, TX4 yearCampus + Online

$7,704

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, In-State

$23,112

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, Out-of-state

100%

Acceptance Rate

62%

Online Enrollment

The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP), established in 1913, has eight colleges and schools on a 414-acre campus. This public university offers 74 bachelor's, 70 master's, and 24 doctoral degrees. UTEP's inclusive admission process means that the school accepts 100% of applicants. Some 24,000 students attend UTEP. Students pay an average annual net price of $9,563.

Avg. Grad Tuition, In-State

$5,865

Avg. Grad Tuition, Out-of-state

$15,320

Retention Rate

70%

Students Enrolled

24,003

Institution Type

Public

Accreditation

Yes

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, In-State

$7,704

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, Out-of-state

$23,112

The University of Texas at El Paso

El Paso, TX4 yearCampus + Online

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, In-State

$7,704

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, Out-of-state

$23,112

Acceptance Rate

100%

Online Enrollment

62%

Avg. Grad Tuition, In-State

$5,865

Avg. Grad Tuition, Out-of-state

$15,320

Retention Rate

70%

Students Enrolled

24,003

Institution Type

Public

Accreditation

Yes

The University of Texas Permian Basin

Odessa, TX4 yearCampus + Online

$6,577

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, In-State

$18,817

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, Out-of-state

65%

Acceptance Rate

81%

Online Enrollment

Founded in 1969, The University of Texas Permian Basin (UTPB) hosts five colleges that offer more than 75 undergraduate and graduate degrees. You can also choose from 41 online bachelor's and master's degrees and certificates. This public college awarded $49.8 million in financial aid to students. With an average annual net price of $10,370, UTPB ranks as the fourth cheapest Hispanic-serving institution in Texas.

Avg. Grad Tuition, In-State

$4,948

Avg. Grad Tuition, Out-of-state

$12,292

Retention Rate

67%

Students Enrolled

5,534

Institution Type

Public

Accreditation

Yes

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, In-State

$6,577

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, Out-of-state

$18,817

The University of Texas Permian Basin

Odessa, TX4 yearCampus + Online

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, In-State

$6,577

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, Out-of-state

$18,817

Acceptance Rate

65%

Online Enrollment

81%

Avg. Grad Tuition, In-State

$4,948

Avg. Grad Tuition, Out-of-state

$12,292

Retention Rate

67%

Students Enrolled

5,534

Institution Type

Public

Accreditation

Yes

Texas A&M University-San Antonio

San Antonio, TX4 yearCampus + Online

$4,708

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, In-State

$18,364

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, Out-of-state

73%

Acceptance Rate

40%

Online Enrollment

Established as an independent university in 2009, Texas A&M University-San Antonio (A&M-SA) offers 62 affordable undergraduate and graduate degrees. Students at this public university pay an average annual net price of $11,043. According to A&M-SA, around 98% of students receive financial aid. And 58% of A&M-SA's student population identifies as Hispanic. A&M-SA received the HSI in 2017.

Avg. Grad Tuition, In-State

$3,978

Avg. Grad Tuition, Out-of-state

$12,021

Retention Rate

67%

Students Enrolled

6,893

Institution Type

Public

Accreditation

Yes

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, In-State

$4,708

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, Out-of-state

$18,364

Texas A&M University-San Antonio

San Antonio, TX4 yearCampus + Online

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, In-State

$4,708

Avg. Undergrad Tuition, Out-of-state

$18,364

Acceptance Rate

73%

Online Enrollment

40%

Avg. Grad Tuition, In-State

$3,978

Avg. Grad Tuition, Out-of-state

$12,021

Retention Rate

67%

Students Enrolled

6,893

Institution Type

Public

Accreditation

Yes

Benefits of Attending an HSI in Texas

What are HSIs? Much like minority-serving institutions, HSIs aim to make higher education more equitable for Hispanic and Latino/a students. HSIs first received federal funding in 1995. Today, roughly 2.094 million Hispanic students attend HSIs across the country. Hispanic-serving institutions in Texas offer additional benefits that include:

Providing an overall positive college experience
Granting funding and research opportunities to support Hispanic students
A more diverse student body
An inclusive campus life
A greater graduation outcomes for Latinos/as
Affordable tuition
Hispanic student clubs and organizations

These colleges and universities qualify for additional federal aid to increase educational outcomes for Hispanic students and boost the number of Hispanic students in STEM majors.