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Texas Southern University (TSU), established in 1947, is located in Houston, Texas, and serves as an important educational institution in the urban setting of one of America's largest cities. As a comprehensive public university, TSU fosters a vibrant academic environment that includes a variety of undergraduate, graduate, and professional program offerings, with notable strength in law, business, and pharmacy. The university carries a reputation for a moderately selective admissions process. The campus, characterized by modern buildings and green spaces, provides on-campus housing options for its students. TSU is also recognized for its contributions to research and public service, as well as for hosting a diverse student body. While the university fields a range of athletic teams known as the Tigers, it is particularly recognized for its competitive performances in basketball.
In the most recent statistical year 8,582 prospective students applied, and 8,307 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,372 enrolled in the school. 7,034 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,598 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $7,437 plus fees of $1,736. TSU is ranked 1017 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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TSU is rated within the lower 16% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 2 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Texas Southern University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#1017 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#431 in Best Public Colleges in the U.S.
#53 in Best Colleges in Texas
#27 in Best Public Colleges in Texas
#134 in Best Value Colleges in Texas
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 820/1000 |
| ACT | 15/19 |
| GPA | 3.0 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jul 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $42 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Texas Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,654 |
| Other Fees | $1,736 |
| Room and Board | $9,664 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,968 |
| Total One Year Cost | $25,459 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,654 |
| Other Fees | $1,736 |
| Room and Board | $9,664 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $4,968 |
| Total One Year Cost | $37,699 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 20% |
| Health Professions | 13% |
| Communication | 9% |
| Biology | 9% |
| General Studies | 7% |
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Questions and Answers
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=229063 IPEDS survey data for Texas Southern University.
Current students may use the Texas Southern University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024