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“Education for the Real World”
The University of Houston-Downtown is a public, four-year university located in the heart of downtown Houston, Texas, serving as an access institution within the University of Houston System. Founded in 1974, UHD is one of the most ethnically diverse universities in the nation and holds designations as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI). With approximately 14,000 students, UHD offers more than 45 bachelor's and 12 master's degree programs through its colleges of Humanities & Social Sciences, Business, Sciences & Technology, and Public Service. The university's urban location provides students direct access to Houston's major employment sectors including energy, healthcare, finance, and international trade. UHD emphasizes practical, career-oriented education and community engagement, with strong programs in criminal justice, business administration, computer science, and teacher education. The campus is undergoing significant growth and modernization, reflecting Houston's status as a global city.
Visa, OPT, H-1B alumni outcomes, and acceptance rates by country — sourced from FOIA, USCIS H-1B Hub, and DHS SEVIS.
The deep admissions playbook beyond the headline acceptance rate — round-by-round breakdowns, nationality data, requirements, and contact paths.
Domestic
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/yr
Out-of-State / Intl
$20,978
/yr
Beyond the sticker price — every named scholarship, the financial aid policy, need-aware notes, and a personalized net-cost estimate.
How life on campus actually feels — clubs, sports, traditions, housing realities, and how the school integrates with its city.
Where alumni go after graduation — top industries, grad-school continuation, and the qualitative outcomes story.
Sticker price (annual, out-of-state): $17,548
Net-cost estimate is US-resident-only — international applicants are typically excluded from need-based aid at most schools and should treat the sticker price as the planning baseline.
