Houston Christian University
Houston, TX · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · City
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About Houston Christian University
Houston Christian University (HCU), formerly Houston Baptist University (HBU), is a private university in Houston, Texas, United States. It is affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. Its Cultural Arts Center houses three museums: the Dunham Bible Museum, the Museum of American Architecture and Decorative Arts, and the Museum of Southern History. The Houston Theological Seminary is one of the university's graduate schools that offers the Doctor of Ministry and Master of Divinity, among other degrees.
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84%
Acceptance
$20,629
Net price
2,886
Enrollment
49%
Grad rate
Report Card
Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
84%
Acceptance rate
1,084
SAT average
25
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$20,629
Average net price
$39,430
In-state tuition
$39,430
Out-of-state tuition
$12,928
Room & board
$1,000
Books & supplies
$50,082
Total cost of attendance
56%
Students receiving Pell grants
59%
Students with federal loans
$22,642
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
Popular Majors
After Graduation
$55,933
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$44,595
Median earnings (6 yrs)
49%
Graduation rate
69%
Retention rate
77%
Earn more than a HS grad
$5,467
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
2,886
Total enrollment
23%
Part-time
22
Avg. age at entry
36%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Houston Christian University FAQ
Is Houston Christian University a public or private school?
Houston Christian University is a private nonprofit institution located in Houston, TX.
What is the acceptance rate at Houston Christian University?
Houston Christian University has an acceptance rate of 84%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Houston Christian University cost?
The average annual net price at Houston Christian University is $20,629 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $39,430.
What is the graduation rate at Houston Christian University?
About 49% of students at Houston Christian University complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Houston Christian University graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Houston Christian University students earn a median of $55,933 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Houston Christian University?
Admitted students at Houston Christian University have an average SAT score of 1,084 and an ACT midpoint of 25. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Houston Christian University?
Houston Christian University enrolls about 2,886 students.
Campus
Campus photo via Wikimedia Commons — Hbuhusky · Public domain. Additional images are representative.
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