by our College Data Analytics TeamReview current in-state and out-of-state tuition and fees for University of Houston-Downtown, plus how they compare to other colleges and a forward projection.
For the most recent year on record, in-state undergraduate tuition and fees at University of Houston-Downtown amounted to $7,708 for the year. For out-of-state undergraduates the figure was $17,548. In-state residents pay notably less as a result.
Required fees account for were $1,456 in-state and $1,456 out-of-state; what is left is base tuition.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,252 | $16,092 |
| Fees | $1,456 | $1,456 |
| Total | $7,708 | $17,548 |
This tuition and fees total reflects one year of study and do not include room and board.
Keep in mind that a number of students receive financial aid and scholarships that cut the price they ultimately pay. The figures here are the published sticker price.
How much would University of Houston-Downtown charge if you go part time? See the Cost Per Credit Hour page to find out.
For perspective, here is how University of Houston-Downtown prices compare to peer schools. Ratings are based on how far the price sits from each group’s average.
| Nationwide | In TX | Similar Colleges | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Out-of-State Tuition & Fees | Average | Average | Average |
| In-State Tuition & Fees | Inexpensive | Average | Average |
Relative to the national field, University of Houston-Downtown sits close to the national average.
Bear in mind that aid packages often lower the real cost well below these published figures. Visit the University of Houston-Downtown Financial Aid page for specifics.
The table below shows how tuition at University of Houston-Downtown has trended over the last several reported years.
| Year | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $6,252 | $16,068 |
| Two Years Ago | $6,252 | $16,068 |
| One Year Ago | $6,252 | $16,332 |
| Most Recent Year | $6,252 | $16,092 |
The chart below tracks how tuition at UH Downtown has changed across the reported years.
Over the most recent year, out-of-state tuition actually decreased — institutions occasionally restate prior figures, so don’t assume the drop will continue.
Tuition tends to creep up year over year at most schools, so the cost in your final year will likely top today’s number.
Discover answers to frequently asked questions about college tuition and fees for additional information.
On average, in-state tuition and fees climbed each year by about 0.00%, which puts the in-state figure next year near $7,708. For students from out of state, the yearly pace was 0.05%, which puts out-of-state cost next year near $17,557.
At the same pace, the next five years of tuition and fees would project as follows:
| Academic Year | In-State Tuition & Fees | Out-of-State Tuition & Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Next Year | $7,708 | $17,557 |
| In 2 Years | $7,708 | $17,566 |
| In 3 Years | $7,708 | $17,575 |
| In 4 Years | $7,708 | $17,584 |
| In 5 Years | $7,708 | $17,593 |
As you plan how to pay for college, fold in expected yearly increases — the running four-year out-of-state total projects near $70,282, versus roughly $30,832 for in-state students.
Tuition is only the beginning of the cost story — grant aid and scholarships often reduce the actual price families pay.
For a closer look at aid at University of Houston-Downtown, go to the University of Houston-Downtown Financial Aid page.
