University of Houston - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into University of Houston

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

66.2%

Admission Difficulty for University of Houston
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Difficult
Applicant Competition		Low

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at UH is 66.2%. Its admission rate is the 23rd lowest in Texas.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into UH and can you get accepted?

UH is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 19,728 out of the 29,783 who applied were admitted.

University of Houston typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.46. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 28% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into UH?

66% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to University of Houston you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.46 or better
Earn B+ grades in high school
Score 1250 on the SAT
Score 26 on the ACT
Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

UH GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.46

Typical High School Grades

B+

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

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into UH are to have around a 3.46 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as UH accepts 66% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at UH is 3.46 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #29 in Texas for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since UH 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 3.5 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 students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	2.11%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	21.54%	Good
3.50 to 3.74	27.28%	Avg -
3.25 to 3.49	24.12%	Avg -
3.00 to 3.24	15.78%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	8.05%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	1.05%	Reach
1.00 to 1.99	0.07%	Reach
less than 1.00	0%	Reach

What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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UH SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to University of Houston. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 52% of students submitted SAT scores and 9% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

1160-1330

Applicants Submitting SAT

52%

SAT Scores for University of Houston
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	580
Math 25th Percentile	580
Composite 25th Percentile	1160

SAT Scores for University of Houston
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	660
Math 75th Percentile	670
Composite 75th Percentile	1330
Average SAT Score	1250

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at UH is 1250 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1160-1330. Students who get into University of Houston score in the top 31 percent of all SAT test takers.. UH ranks #12 in the state of Texas for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1250 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. UH regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1160 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1160, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1070, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

University of Houston 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 1250 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 1245, you have around a 66% chance of being admitted. A 1330 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 79% chance of getting in.

University of Houston admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1330 and Above	Good	>79%
1245 to 1330	Avg +	66%-79%
1160 to 1245	Avg -	51%-66%
1075 to 1160	Reach	35%-51%
Less than 1075	Low	<35%

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UH ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

23-29

Applicants Submitting ACT

ACT Scores for University of Houston
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	22
Math 25th Percentile	22
Composite 25th Percentile	23

ACT Scores for University of Houston
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	30
Math 75th Percentile	27
Composite 75th Percentile	29
Average ACT Score	26

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into UH?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to UH is 26, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 23 and 29. The school ranks #12 in Texas for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 26. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 23 and score in the score in the top 32 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 20.

9 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Houston.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as University of Houston 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 UH for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 26 score has around 66% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 79% with a 29 ACT score.

University of Houston admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
29 and Above	Good	>79%
26 to 29	Avg +	66%-79%
23 to 26	Avg -	51%-66%
20 to 23	Reach	35%-51%
Less than 20	Low	<35%

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High School Class Rank

64% of University of Houston freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 30% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted University of Houston students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	30%
Top 25% of class	64%
Top 50% of class	90%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

University of Houston admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	17,160	12,623	29,783
Accepted	11,632	8,096	19,728
Acceptance Rate	68%	64%	66%
Enrolled	3,170	2,385	5,555
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	27%	29%	28%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

May 31, 2025

Days left to Apply

157

Applicants have 157 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on May 31, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Houston is $75.

Application Requirements

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

University of Houston 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 required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

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

Admission Requirements Summary

Because UH is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.46 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1250 on the SAT and 26 on the ACT will further lock in your application.