University of Houston

University of Houston

Houston , United States
  • 62
    Acceptance Rate
  • 42704
    Students
  • Permit
    Work

Overview

The university offers more than 282 degree programs through its 14 academic colleges on campus—including programs leading to professional degrees in architecture, law, optometry, and pharmacy. The institution conducts $150 million annually in research, and operates more than 40 research centers and institutes on campus. Interdisciplinary research includes superconductivity, space commercialization and exploration, biomedical sciences and engineering, energy and natural resources, and artificial intelligence. Awarding more than 9,000 degrees annually, UH's alumni base exceeds 260,000. The economic impact of the university contributes over $3 billion annually to the Texas economy, while generating about 24,000 jobs.

Entry requirements

High school completion 

Equivalent GPA 3.0 or higher (4.0 scale)  

All applicants, regardless of citizenship status, must demonstrate proficiency in English to obtain admission to the university. 

Scholarship & funding

The university offers scholarship opportunities. For more information

Campuses

Student life

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