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University of Houston-Downtown Admission Requirements

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Your chances of getting into University of Houston Downtown

Open Admission Policy

Can I get into University of Houston-Downtown? University of Houston Downtown is an open admission policy institution. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met. New admission is often granted continually throughout the year. Please consult University of Houston Downtown directly to learn the specifics of its open admission policy.

University of Houston-Downtown GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.29

Typical High School Grades 

B

What GPA do you need to get into University of Houston Downtown?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into University of Houston-Downtown are to have around a 3.29 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.29 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as University of Houston-Downtown accepts 88% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at University of Houston-Downtown is 3.29 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B letter grades and regularly score around 83-86 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #52 in Texas for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since University of Houston-Downtown is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.3 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted University of Houston Downtown students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 10.5% Good
3.75 to 3.99 10.0% Good
3.50 to 3.74 14.7% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 21.7% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 14.9% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 22.8% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 5.3% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.1% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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University of Houston-Downtown SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to University of Houston Downtown. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 43% of students submitted SAT scores and 4% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

960-1100

Applicants Submitting SAT 

43%
SAT Scores for University of Houston Downtown
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 480
Math 25th Percentile 480
Composite 25th Percentile 960
SAT Scores for University of Houston Downtown
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 550
Math 75th Percentile 550
Composite 75th Percentile 1100
Average SAT Score 1030

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to University of Houston Downtown?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at University of Houston-Downtown is 1030 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 960-1100. Students who get into University of Houston Downtown score in the top 68 percent of all SAT test takers..  University of Houston-Downtown ranks #45 in the state of Texas for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1030 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. University of Houston-Downtown regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 960 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 960, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 890, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

University of Houston Downtown is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1030 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1030, you have around a 88% chance of being admitted. A 1100 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 93% chance of getting in.

University of Houston Downtown admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1100 and Above Good >93%
1030 to 1100 Avg + 88%-93%
960 to 1030 Avg - 79%-88%
890 to 960 Reach 67%-79%
Less than 890 Low <67%
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University of Houston-Downtown ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

16-20 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

4%
ACT Scores for University of Houston Downtown
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 15
Math 25th Percentile 16
Composite 25th Percentile 16
ACT Scores for University of Houston Downtown
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 20
Math 75th Percentile 20
Composite 75th Percentile 20
Average ACT Score 18

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into University of Houston-Downtown?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to University of Houston-Downtown is 18, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 16 and 20.  The school ranks #53 in Texas for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 18. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 16 and score in the score in the top 75 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 14.

4 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Houston Downtown.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as University of Houston Downtown is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into University of Houston-Downtown for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 18 score has around 88% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 93% with a 20 ACT score.

University of Houston Downtown admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
20 and Above Good >93%
18 to 20 Avg + 88%-93%
16 to 18 Avg - 79%-88%
14 to 16 Reach 67%-79%
Less than 14 Low <67%
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High School Class Rank

62% of University of Houston Downtown freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 25% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted University of Houston Downtown students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 6%
Top 25% of class 25%
Top 50% of class 62%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jun 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

192

Applicants have 192 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Jun 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Houston Downtown is $50.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to University of Houston Downtown and what student information is used for admission decisions?

University of Houston Downtown Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Required to be considered for admission
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at University of Houston Downtown
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to University of Houston Downtown often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=225432 IPEDS survey data for University of Houston Downtown.

Last updated February 24, 2024