University of Houston-Clear Lake
Houston, TX · Public · Bachelor's degrees · City
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About University of Houston-Clear Lake
The University of Houston–Clear Lake (UHCL) is a public university in Pasadena and Houston in Texas, with branch campuses in Pearland and Texas Medical Center. It is part of the University of Houston System. Founded in 1971, UHCL had an enrollment of more than 9,000 students for fall 2019. The university serves students in four academic colleges. UHCL offers 97 degree programs: 46 bachelors, 48 masters, and three doctoral. Awarding more than 2,100 degrees annually, the university's alumni base exceeds 73,000.
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91%
Acceptance
$15,563
Net price
6,078
Enrollment
52%
Grad rate
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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
91%
Acceptance rate
1,060
SAT average
20
ACT midpoint
Bars show the middle 50% (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students.
Cost & Financial Aid
$15,563
Average net price
$7,770
In-state tuition
$21,114
Out-of-state tuition
$12,642
Room & board
$1,192
Books & supplies
$24,622
Total cost of attendance
45%
Students receiving Pell grants
28%
Students with federal loans
$17,831
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
$59,004
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$52,098
Median earnings (6 yrs)
52%
Graduation rate
74%
Retention rate
83%
Earn more than a HS grad
$8,892
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
6,078
Total enrollment
47%
Part-time
27
Avg. age at entry
48%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
University of Houston-Clear Lake FAQ
Is University of Houston-Clear Lake a public or private school?
University of Houston-Clear Lake is a public institution located in Houston, TX.
What is the acceptance rate at University of Houston-Clear Lake?
University of Houston-Clear Lake has an acceptance rate of 91%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does University of Houston-Clear Lake cost?
The average annual net price at University of Houston-Clear Lake is $15,563 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $7,770 in-state and $21,114 out-of-state.
What is the graduation rate at University of Houston-Clear Lake?
About 52% of students at University of Houston-Clear Lake complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do University of Houston-Clear Lake graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, University of Houston-Clear Lake students earn a median of $59,004 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for University of Houston-Clear Lake?
Admitted students at University of Houston-Clear Lake have an average SAT score of 1,060 and an ACT midpoint of 20. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend University of Houston-Clear Lake?
University of Houston-Clear Lake enrolls about 6,078 students.
Campus
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