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Houston Christian University
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  • 4 Year
  • HOUSTON, TX

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Report Card

grade B minus
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Academics
    grade C+
  2. Value
    grade B+
  3. Diversity
    grade A
  4. Campus
    grade B minus
  5. Athletics
    grade B+
  6. Party Scene
    grade C+
  7. Professors
    grade B minus
  8. Location
    grade B
  9. Dorms
    grade B minus
  10. Campus Food
    grade B
  11. Student Life
    grade B
  12. Safety
    grade B

About

7502 FONDREN RD
HOUSTON, TX 77074
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FCS
Athletic Conference
Southland Conference
From Houston Christian University

If all your degree does is get you a job, you've missed an opportunity. You have an important role to play in the world, so every aspect of our student experience is designed to prepare you to succeed both in life and in your career.

At Houston Christian University, we are committed to providing a higher education that combines cutting-edge scholarship with the wisdom provided by a Christian foundation. We’re proud of our diverse community of students who share your values as well as our core curriculum crafted to help you think critically, creatively, and ethically.

Our student experience isn't just about getting a job, it's about preparing you for success in life. Come learn more about life and learning here at HCU.

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Houston Christian University Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
85%
SAT Range
1040-1250
ACT Range
22-27
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
No

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Cost

Net Price
$20,089 / year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$24,068 / year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
100%

Scholarship

Academics

Professors
grade B minus
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
12:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
93%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 59 responses
68%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 74 responses
59%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 74 responses

Majors

Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity

academic spotlight

The innovative Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity at HCU provides students with the opportunity to develop the critical thinking and problem-solving skills necessary to become successful cybersecurity professionals. The program covers a wide range of topics, from the fundamentals of cybersecurity to ethical hacking and digital forensics.

Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online
14
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
4
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
10
How Students Learn
  • Mix of Online and on Campus
    22%
  • On Campus
    65%
  • Online
    13%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
2,164 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
616
Undergrads Over 25
15%
Pell Grant
52%
Varsity Athletes
18%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 52 responses
  • Hard working, Smart, motivated, friendly
    63%
  • Hard working but love to have fun
    12%
  • Boring, conservative, goody goody, homeschooled
    8%
  • Conservative, talkative, memorizer, surface think
    8%
  • Same as the second bullet, but with sarcasm
    4%
  • Stressed
    4%
  • Outgoing
    2%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
38%
Poll
49%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 86 responses
Poll
56%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 98 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 61 responses
  • Understanding
    21%
  • Amazing
    20%
  • Conservative
    20%
  • Find your fit
    16%
  • Well intergrated
    10%
  • All-encompassing
    5%
  • Fast-paced
    3%

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After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$45,800 / year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
44%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
91%
National
83%
89%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 45 responses

Houston Christian University Reviews

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