Houghton University

Houghton, NY • private • III | Empire 8

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Overview

Institution Type

private

Campus Setting

Rural (Remote)

Student Population

Undergrad: 1,035 • Total: 1,090

Academic Calendar

Semester

Address

Houghton, NY
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Website

www.houghton.edu

Region

Mid East

Carnegie Classification

Bac/A&S: Baccalaureate Colleges – Arts & Sciences Focus

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 372 (35.9%) • Female: 663 (64.1%)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

92.7%

990 admitted from 1,068 applicants

SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)

Reading: 600-700
Math: 580-690
Total: 1180-1390

ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)

23-28

Application Types Offered

RD —

Application Requirements

—

Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA only

Deadlines

Rolling:

Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

64.7%

4-Year Graduation Rate

48.9%

Freshman Retention Rate

77.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

$31,740

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

Tuition: $17,800

Room & Board

$11,440

Books & Supplies

$2,500

Students Receiving Pell Grants

28%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division

III

Conference

Empire 8

Men's Sports (6)

Baseball Basketball Soccer Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball

Women's Sports (7)

Basketball Field Hockey Soccer Softball Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball

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Common questions about Houghton University

What is Houghton University's acceptance rate?

Houghton University accepts 93% of applicants, from 1,068 applications.

How much does Houghton University cost?

Tuition and fees are $17,800.

What ACT score do you need for Houghton University?

The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 23 and 28 on the ACT.

What is Houghton University's graduation rate?

65% of students graduate within six years.