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University of Houston-Downtown
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University of Houston-Downtown Academics
University of Houston-Downtown is also referred to as UHD or UH-Downtown. UHD was established in 1974, and is a component of the University of Houston System. The college offers four master’s degree programs and bachelor’s degrees in over 45 areas. UHD has four academic colleges through which all the study programs are offered:
- College of Business
- College of Public Service
- College of Sciences and Technology
- College of Humanities and Social Sciences
The University College, also under UHD, does not grant degrees. Undergraduate students are a member of this college until they declare a major.
The College of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. It offers more than 10 minors and 8 undergraduate programs. The College of Humanities and Social Sciences offers study programs through the Departments of Arts and Humanities, English, and Social Sciences. The College of Science and Technology offers a variety of research programs in mathematics, computer science, technology, and the sciences. Degrees are made available through the Departments of Natural Sciences, Engineering Technology, and Computer and Mathematical Sciences. The College of Public Service consists of the following divisions:
- College of Public Service Advising
- Criminal Justice Training Center
- Department of Criminal Justice
- Department of Urban Education
University of Houston-Downtown Admissions
At UHD, the Office of Admissions provides every possible type of assistance and responds to all queries regarding admissions. Admissions are granted to three categories of students: freshman, transfer, or graduate students. Candidates need to apply online and submit the required credentials at the Office of Admissions. Once the applications are processed, students will be informed of their status.
While applying to the university, students need to make sure that they fulfill the criteria. The requirements for admission include a high school graduation, necessary credit hours, and submission of GED certificates and other official transcripts. There are specific deadlines for submission of application and credentials for graduate students, international students, and undergraduate students.
University of Houston-Downtown Financial Aid
Financial aid is offered through the UHD Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid. The deadline for submission of applications for financial aid each year is the 1st of April. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit and special skills. State and Federal aid is not based on academic achievement but on justified financial need.
UHD awards students Institutional Scholarships, Departmental Scholarships, and Private and External Scholarships. One can also opt for private scholarships that are awarded according to guidelines set by the bestower. In addition, Access and Success (TEXAS) Grant Program, Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership (LEAP), Towards EXcellence, and Mandated Designated Tuition Grant are available for students. Various work-study programs and loan options are also available.
University of Houston-Downtown Students
UHD has a diverse student body that reflects the Houston community. The university has learning centers at Cinco Ranch, University Center in the Woodlands, and at campuses of the Lone Star College District. There are a number of activities held at UHD throughout the year. Among these events are the annual awards gala, UHD Mardi Gras, Culture on the Bayou – a spring event, Crossroads Festival, and the UHD Activities Day.
UHD has 8 Greek Organizations including the Gamma Alpha Omega Sorority – Xi Chapter, Kappa Delta Chi Sorority, Sigma Lambda Gamma Sorority – Colony, and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority. The university has more than 50 student organizations that are basically in the nature of honor societies, academic and professional groups, student media, programming and political groups, special interest and service organizations, and cultural, social and religious groups.
UHD has a secure technology infrastructure and the campus is Wi-Fi enabled. The university has well equipped academic computing labs with over 630 computers. Students and faculty have access to a state-of-the-art library at UHD. The library has copy-printing services, study rooms, computers and wireless Internet connectivity, as well as an abundant research and reference database.
University of Houston-Downtown Athletics
A lot of importance is given to sports and fitness at UHD. The university has 30,000 square feet of area comprising two gymnasiums that are equipped for sports like volleyball, badminton, and basketball. The fitness center has cardiovascular units and weight-lifting equipment. The university also has a multipurpose studio, lockers, showers, a horseshoe pit, and a personal training office. The athletics teams of UHD participate in intramural sports and club sports such as basketball, soccer, tennis, and slow pitch softball. Club sports teams play in the Houston Club Sports Conference and are known as the Gators.
Information Summary
Ranks 2015th overall and 94th in Texas
| Overall Score
On StateUniversity.com (about) |
52.3 |
|---|---|
| Total Cost
On-Campus Attendance |
$5,066 |
| Admission
Success rate |
N/A |
| Student Ratio
Ratio of students to faculty |
20 : 1 |
| Retention
(Full-Time / Part-Time) |
52% / 48% |
| Enrollment
Total (all students) |
11,449 |
Demographics – Main Campus and Surrounding Areas
Reported area around or near Houston, TX 77002-1014
| Surrounding community | Large city (inside urban area, pop. over 250,000) |
|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,289 (13,289 urban / N/A rural) |
| Households | 1,776 (1.36 people per house) |
| Families | 302 (2.46 people per family) |
| Pop. — African American | 5,438 |
| Pop. — Asian | 190 |
| Pop. — Pacific Islander | 4 |
| Pop. — American Indian / Alaskan Native | 30 |
| Pop. — White (incl. Hispanic) | 7,525 |
| Pop. — Other | 222 |
Carnegie Foundation Classification
Baccalaureate Colleges — Diverse Fields
| Undergraduate | Balanced arts & sciences/professions, some graduate coexistence |
|---|---|
| Graduate | Postbaccalaureate professional (education dominant) |
| Undergraduate Population | Higher part-time four-year |
| Enrollment | Very high undergraduate |
| Size & Setting | Medium four-year, primarily nonresidential |
General Characteristics
| Highest offering | Master's degree |
|---|---|
| Calendar System | Semester |
| Years of college work required | N/A |
| Variable Tuition |  |
Special Learning Opportunities
| Distance Learning |  |
|---|---|
| ROTC — Army / Navy / Air Force | —
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| Study Abroad | |
| Weekend College | |
| Teacher Certification | |
Campus Crime Statistics
Ranks 64th on StateUniversity.com‘s Safe School Index
| Incidents | per 1000 Students | |
|---|---|---|
| Aggravated assault | 1 | 0.08 |
| Forcible rape | N/A | N/A |
| Murder & Non-Negligent Manslaughter | N/A | N/A |
| Robbery | N/A | N/A |
| Violent crime | 1 | 0.08 |
| Arson | N/A | N/A |
| Burglary | N/A | N/A |
| Larceny-theft | 61 | 5.17 |
| Vehicle theft | 2 | 0.17 |
| Property crime | 63 | 5.34 |
Student Tuition Costs and Fees
What are the typical tuition costs and fees for attending University of Houston-Downtown?
Ranks 3904th for total cost of attendance
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT Undergraduate Tuition | $3,240 | $3,240 | $3,240 |
| FT Undergraduate Required Fees | $782 | $782 | $782 |
| PT Undergraduate per Credit Hour | $135 | $135 | $135 |
| FT Graduate Tuition | $3,060 | $3,060 | $3,060 |
| FT Graduate Required Fees | $704 | $704 | $704 |
| PT Graduate per Credit Hour | $170 | $170 | $170 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — On-Campus | $5,066 | $5,066 | $5,066 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus w/out Family | $20,666 | $20,666 | $20,666 |
| Total Cost of Attendance — Off-Campus with Family | $9,202 | $9,202 | $9,202 |
Student Tuition Cost History and Trends
Three year history and trends on the cost of attending
| In District | In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published Tuition & Fees | $3,326  $4,022 |
$3,326  $4,022 |
$3,326  $4,022 |
| Cost (regardless of residency) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $1,020  $1,044 |
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| On-Campus – Room & Board | N/A  N/A |
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| On-Campus – Other Expenses | N/A  N/A |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Room & Board | $8,222  $8,600 |
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| Off-Campus w/out Family – Other Expenses | $6,728  $7,000 |
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| Off-Campus with Family – Room & Board | $4,315  $4,136 |
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Admission Criteria
What criteria does University of Houston-Downtown use for admissions?
| Open Admissions | |
|---|---|
| Secondary School GPA / Rank / Record | N/A / N/A / N/A |
| College Prep. Completion | N/A |
| Recommendations | N/A |
| Formal competency demo | N/A |
| Admission test scores | N/A |
| TOEFL | N/A |
| Other tests | N/A |
= Required, 
= Recommended, 
= Neither required nor recommended
Admission Credits Accepted
What types of credits does University of Houston-Downtown accept?
| Dual Credit | |
|---|---|
| Life Experience | |
| Advanced Placement (AP) | |
Student Services
| Remedial Services | |
|---|---|
| Academic / Career Counseling | |
| PT Cost-defraying Employment | |
| Career Placement | |
| On-Campus Day Care | |
| Library Facility | |
Student Living
| First-time Room / Board Required | |
|---|---|
| Dorm Capacity | N/A |
| Meals per Week | N/A |
| Room Fee | N/A |
| Board Fee | N/A |
Student Financial Aid Details
How many students use Financial Aid, and how much do they use?
University of Houston-Downtown Ranks 3432nd for the average student loan amount.
| Average | Users | % of Attendees | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Federal Grant Aid | $2,736 | 528 |  60% |
| State & Local Grant Aid | $3,250 | 74 |  8% |
| Institutional Grant Aid | $1,461 | 141 |  16% |
| Student Loan Aid | $3,377 | 193 |  22% |
| Any financial aid type | 706 |  81% |
Student Enrollment Demographics
How many students are enrolled at University of Houston-Downtown?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 306 | 236 | 542 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 904 | 2,064 | 2,968 |
Hispanic | 1,539 | 2,566 | 4,105 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 587 | 517 | 1,104 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 5 | 18 | 23 |
White Non-Hispanic | 1,313 | 1,394 | 2,707 |
Race Unknown | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total | 4,654 | 6,795 | 11,449 |
Student Graduation Demographics
How many students graduated at University of Houston-Downtown?
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
Non Resident Alien | 23 | 5 | 28 |
Black Non-Hispanic | 87 | 138 | 225 |
Hispanic | 149 | 212 | 361 |
Asian / Pacific Islander | 44 | 35 | 79 |
American Indian / Alaskan Native | 1 | 1 | 2 |
White Non-Hispanic | 51 | 43 | 94 |
Race Unknown | 2 | 3 | 5 |
| Total | 357 | 437 | 794 |
Most Popular Fields of Study
The top 5 fields of study completed at University of Houston-Downtown.
| Men | Women | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | 287 | 378 | |
| 59 | 145 | 204 | |
| 87 | 94 | 181 | |
| 95 | 83 | 178 | |
| 10 | 136 | 146 |
Student Completion / Graduation Demographics
How many students are successful graduates?
Faculty Compensation / Salaries
University of Houston-Downtown Ranks 1518th for the average full-time faculty salary.
| Tenure system | |
|---|---|
| Average FT Salary | $54,276 ($57,030 male / $51,091 female) |
| Number of FT Faculty | 289 (155 male / 134 female) |
| Number of PT Faculty | 146 |
| FT Faculty Ratio | 2 : 1 |
| Total Benefits | $4,088,452 |
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4 days ago
Hollie
This is my second year at the University of Houston Downtown and I have never had an issue with racism. In fact, the faculty is very nice and respectful. I have only had one teacher that I didn't really like but only one in two years isn't bad. Sounds like Richard is bitter and negative. I have never even heard anyone at the school complain about racism. Everyone seems to love the new president.
4 months ago
Dalia student ((at)) aol dot com
In my experience, I have never encountered a racist faculty. UHD is a very diverse university and I love the fact that they offer an opportunity to first genereration college students. The President was selected based on qualifications, and not race. Racial diversity is what you will find at UHD. I wish that people would move foward from racial criteria (RICHARD) and start focusing on merit.
5 months ago
Richard
If not for the overtly racist faculty, the U of Houston-Downtown would be the nicest and most multi-cultural university on the world. The board of regents attempts to "white-wash" this openly raw ulcerous poison, the racism, by keeping a token Hispanic at the helm.