Texas Southern University
Historically Black college or university · Houston, TX · 6,844 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
97%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
800–1000
ACT (middle 50%)
15–19
Average net price
$16,494
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$26,907
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
24%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Texas Southern University?
Texas Southern University accepts about 97 of every 100 applicants (97%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 800 and 1000 on the SAT. A score at or above 1000 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 800, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 15–19.
The latest federal data says Texas Southern University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Texas Southern University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Texas Southern University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $26,907 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $16,494 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $21,473 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$9,173
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$21,473
- Room & board$12,800
- Total cost of attendance$26,907
- Average net price after grants$16,494
Popular majors
Business, Communications, Health Professions & Nursing, Psychology, Criminal Justice.
Texas Southern University FAQ
- What is Texas Southern University's acceptance rate?
- 97% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for Texas Southern University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 800–1000. Aim for 1000 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Texas Southern University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 15–19.
- Is Texas Southern University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Texas Southern University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Texas Southern University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Texas Southern University cost?
- About $26,907 a year before aid; $16,494 on average after grants.
- What is Texas Southern University's FAFSA school code?
- 003642. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Texas Southern University receives your information.
- What is Texas Southern University's graduation rate?
- 24% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Texas Southern University
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Woman's UniversityDenton, TX | 96% | — | $11,060 | 49% |
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