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Texas Southern University

Houston, TX • public • I | Southwestern Athletic Conf.
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Acceptance
93.3%
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Grad Rate
20%
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Cost
$14,623 / $27,419

Overview

Institution Type
public
Campus Setting
Urban (City: Large)
Student Population
Undergrad: 7,345 • Total: 9,393
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
Houston, TX
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Website
www.tsu.edu
Region
Southwest
Carnegie Classification
R2: Doctoral Universities – High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 2,523 (34.3%) • Female: 4,822 (65.7%)
Special Designation
Historically Black College or University (HBCU)

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
93.3%
7,344 admitted from 7,867 applicants
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 420-510
Math: 380-490
Total: 800-1000
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
15-19
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Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
19.9%
4-Year Graduation Rate
5.9%
Freshman Retention Rate
57.0%

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
In-State
$14,623
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Out-of-State
$27,419
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
In-state: $6,941
Out-of-state: $19,737
Room & Board
$1,654
Books & Supplies
$6,028
Students Receiving Pell Grants
72%

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
I
Conference
Southwestern Athletic Conf.
Men's Sports (5)
Baseball (FCS) Basketball (FCS) Football (FCS) Golf (FCS) Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) (FCS)
Women's Sports (7)
Basketball Bowling Golf Soccer Softball Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
2.5 GPA / 17 ACT
In-State Awards
$1,000-$14,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$1,000-$14,000/yr
7 automatic scholarships (7 total)
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Common questions about Texas Southern University

What is Texas Southern University's acceptance rate?
Texas Southern University accepts 93% of applicants, from 7,867 applications.
How much does Texas Southern University cost?
Tuition and fees are $6,941 in-state and $19,737 out-of-state.
What ACT score do you need for Texas Southern University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 15 and 19 on the ACT.
What is Texas Southern University's graduation rate?
20% of students graduate within six years.