Houston Christian University

Houston, TX • private • I | Southland Conference

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Overview

Institution Type

private

Campus Setting

Urban (City: Large)

Student Population

Undergrad: 3,537 • Total: 5,421

Academic Calendar

Semester

Address

Houston, TX
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Website

www.hc.edu

Region

Southwest

Carnegie Classification

M1: Master's Colleges & Universities – Larger Programs

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 1,337 (37.8%) • Female: 2,200 (62.2%)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

85.2%

7,681 admitted from 9,021 applicants

SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)

Reading: 490-610
Math: 480-590
Total: 970-1200

ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)

19-28

Application Types Offered

RD —

Application Requirements

—

Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA only

Deadlines

Rolling:

Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

49.8%

4-Year Graduation Rate

37.1%

Freshman Retention Rate

69.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

$54,880

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

Tuition: $36,750

Room & Board

$12,928

Books & Supplies

$5,202

Students Receiving Pell Grants

56%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division

I

Conference

Southland Conference

Men's Sports (6)

Baseball (FCS) Basketball (FCS) Football (FCS) Golf (FCS) Soccer (FCS) Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) (FCS)

Women's Sports (7)

Basketball Beach Volleyball Golf Soccer Softball Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball

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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements

3.0 GPA

Multi-Year Awards

$500-$100,000 total

6 automatic scholarships (7 total)

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Common questions about Houston Christian University

What is Houston Christian University's acceptance rate?

Houston Christian University accepts 85% of applicants, from 9,021 applications.

How much does Houston Christian University cost?

Tuition and fees are $36,750.

What ACT score do you need for Houston Christian University?

The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 19 and 28 on the ACT.

What is Houston Christian University's graduation rate?

50% of students graduate within six years.