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Is UH a Good School for the Money?

Above Average National Value
Unknown In-State Value
$129,406 Avg Total Cost

University of Houston Value Report

Is an UH degree worth it? Only you know for sure, but College Factual's value analysis can help answer that question. Keep reading for more.

Above Average Value Nationwide

Top 20% National Value
Top 15% National Quality
Good Price

University of Houston is ranked #404 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.

University of Houston is priced well for the kind of quality education they provide and thus has earned a good price recognition from College Factual's analysis.

National Value Ranking  404 out of 2223
Overpriced
Great Value
National Value Score  81.97 out of 100
Overpriced
Great Value

Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores

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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.

Bottom Line: You'll Spend an Estimated $129,406 For That Piece of Paper

On average, a bachelor's degree from UH will cost you about $129,406. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $28,193 and a typical 4.59 years to graduate.

Amount
Average Yearly Cost$28,193
Average Years to Graduate4.59
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree$129,406

Many Factors Affect Net Price

There are many ways you can lower the cost of a college education. Consider taking advantage of in-state tuition, or shortening the length of your degree by taking summer classes. Learn more about UH cost for other factors that may affect net price such as the financial aid you qualify for that is largely based on your family's income.

Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?

$78,076 In-State With Aid
$151,094 Avg Cost No Aid
4.59 Years to Graduate

The net price YOU pay may be very different than the typical net price.

Look at the table below to get a sense of how UH value for your educational dollar might vary.

Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$151,094#0F
All Students$129,406#404A-
Only Students Receiving Aid$116,113#363A-
In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$113,056#F
All Students$91,369#F
Only Students Receiving Aid$78,076#F

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Texas.

About 94% of UH students receive financial aid. Get more details on what UH financial aid you may qualify for.

How to Finance The Gap

How to Calculate Value

College Factual calculates average total cost by multiplying net price by time to graduation. We then compare the average total cost to other schools of a similar quality to determine value. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.

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