Overview
Houston Christian University is a 4-year institution located on 100 acres of land just outside of its namesake town in Texas. The university promotes academic, spiritual, and academic excellence centered around their central confession “Jesus Christ is Lord,” so attendance at convocation is mandatory for graduation, but HCU welcomes all religions worldwide. The university is as welcoming as ever to students of different denominations and those who claim no faith. HCU’s liberal arts curriculum spans 9 colleges and schools, including an Honors College, and students can opt to take core classes in a Fastterm that earns 3 credits in 10 days.
Acceptance Rate:
84%
Average Net Price:
$19,962
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
3.4
Average ACT Composite
23
Average SAT Composite
1096
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Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $38,100 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $38,100 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $10,816 |
| Books and Supplies | $1000 |
Aid & Grants
0
100
68%
Need Met
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
52%
Average Aid Per Year
$26,908
52%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,241
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$21,134
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
59%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,358
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$13,666
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$222
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Baptist
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
No
Admitted Student Stats
3%
Submitting ACT
21%
Submitting SAT
Average ACT Composite: 23
Average SAT Composite: 1096
Admissions Resources
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
4,257
Total Number of Undergrads
2,823
0
100
33%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
47%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
15:1
US National: 21:1Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
84
Faculty Overview
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Housing
0
100
34%
Undergrads Living on Campus
On-campus living required of freshman
No
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Huskies
School Colors
orange and royal blue
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Southland Conference
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$52,300
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are Saying HBU has a lot to offer and has a very well rounded academic selection.
rohana from Houston, TX
The professors at HBU know alot about their field of interest and share that passion with the students. Besides classroom instruction, with small class sizes, the professors are willing to answer questions and discuss material outside the classroom.
HBUStudent from TX
At Houston Baptist University, there are so many things to learn when arriving at any college, but HBU is a place where there are great professors that teach you the material in their own way. Many of my professors add their own flair to the class, which provides great interest and it becomes an exciting class to attend.
Tania from Simonton, TX
I've gone to the campus and I've asked the coordinators and administrators, current students and some of the professors at HBU all the questions that I need to know. And I think that HBU is one of the greatest places to earn your bachelor's or master's degree in whatever you're planning to major in. They have given great confidence of attending here in the Fall of 2011 and I'm eager to learn new things. I'm Buddhist, and HBU is strongly Christian-based and you are required to take 3 classes dealt based on the religion. I thought about how I could be struggling with it along with the 'points' that you are required to reach before graduation, but I'm now confident that I will achieve my goals and get to learn the Christianity faith.
Jeannie from Houston, TX
I am learning a lot from the teachers and even more about myself. The way the professors teach and lecture (some of them) is helpful and encouraging for all kinds of knowledge. The curriculum is shaped in a way that you are learning spiritually and wholly in every class. It is a great feeling of unity.
Kylee from Houston, TX
HBU has a lot to offer for mostly everyone. However, we are on the smaller side for colleges so we do not have as much choices for majors as the public school or bigger private schools, which is understandable. But, with that said HBU has a lot of great professors in all of our majors that are willing to make each one of us learn to the best of our abilities. Believe me, I am a science major and boy am I learning a lot! Plus with HBU's small size we have a smaller ratio between us and our professors which is AWESOME because it helps not being just a number or another face in the classroom. Additionally, HBU is changing the curriculum to a more liberal-arts based foundation which will even further expand your education.
Shelby from Montgomery, TX
All the teachers are well-rounded. Not only do they want to teach your education, but teach you wisdom, and about life. They actually care about being involved in your life, and that you are successful.
Giovanni from Porter, TX
Houston Baptist University is the PERFECT place for anyone looking for more than just an education. Not only does this university concern itself with academic success, Houston Baptist University concerns itself with developing a whole person. Houston Baptist University nourishes academics, spirituality, and teaches you how to be a strong, independent, successful person in the real world.
Brittany from Katy, TX
HBU is a great place for meeting new people. There are so many opportunities to get involved and make lasting connections with people. Here, you will truly have a great college experience.
FaQuazia from Katy, TX
I have only attended this university this past summer, but I can already tell I am going to love it here. The campus safe and pleasant and I appreciate that it is a christian affiliated university . I know that Houston Baptist University will be an important part of my life, all the way to graduation and beyond.
D'Alyssa from Missouri City, TX
