University of Houston-Downtown
Founded 1974
President Loren Blanchard (President)
Fees USD 7,100
Acceptance Rate Open Admission (>75%)
Campus Setting Suburban
The University of Houston-Downtown (UHD) is a public open-access university founded in 1974, located in the heart of Downtown Houston. Enrolling 14,000 students, UHD is the most affordable 4-year university in Houston and serves a predominantly Hispanic and first-generation student population with strong business, social work, and STEM programs.
Colleges
- Marilyn Davies College of Business — Affordable business programs for Houston workforce
- College of Sciences and Technology — STEM programs for Houston’s tech sector
- College of Public Service — Social work and criminal justice
- College of Humanities and Social Sciences — Liberal arts
How to Apply
- Acceptance Rate: ~100% (open access) | In-State Tuition: ~$7,100