University of Houston-Clear Lake
Public university · Houston, TX · 6,078 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
91%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
970–1150
ACT (middle 50%)
20–25
Average net price
$11,852
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$24,931
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
45%
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 University of Houston-Clear Lake?
University of Houston-Clear Lake accepts about 91 of every 100 applicants (91%), 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 970 and 1150 on the SAT. A score at or above 1150 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 970, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 20–25.
The latest federal data says University of Houston-Clear Lake 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 University of Houston-Clear Lake's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does University of Houston-Clear Lake cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $24,931 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $11,852 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 $7,770 for TX residents and $21,114 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$7,770
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$21,114
- Room & board$12,642
- Total cost of attendance$24,931
- Average net price after grants$11,852
Popular majors
Business, Interdisciplinary Studies, Psychology, Computer Science, Education.
University of Houston-Clear Lake FAQ
- What is University of Houston-Clear Lake's acceptance rate?
- 91% — accessible.
- What SAT score do you need for University of Houston-Clear Lake?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 970–1150. Aim for 1150 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for University of Houston-Clear Lake?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 20–25.
- Is University of Houston-Clear Lake test-optional?
- The latest federal data says University of Houston-Clear Lake 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 University of Houston-Clear Lake's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does University of Houston-Clear Lake cost?
- About $24,931 a year before aid; $11,852 on average after grants.
- What is University of Houston-Clear Lake's FAFSA school code?
- 011711. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so University of Houston-Clear Lake receives your information.
- What is University of Houston-Clear Lake's graduation rate?
- 45% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to University of Houston-Clear Lake
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Houston State UniversityHuntsville, TX | 90% | 930–1120 | $14,788 | 56% |
| Texas A&M University-KingsvilleKingsville, TX | 91% | 990–1110 | $13,212 | 45% |
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