Lubbock, TX · Houston, TX · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Texas Tech University | University of Houston | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 72.6% | 73.9% |
| In-State Tuition | $11,852 | $9,717 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $24,451 | $22,547 |
| Average Net Price | $16,919 | $14,309 |
| Graduation Rate | 69.0% | 65.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 40,757 | 47,980 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 20 | 22 |
GradFax Analysis
Texas Tech University accepts 72.6% of applicants. University of Houston accepts 73.9%. Texas Tech University's in-state tuition is $11,852. University of Houston's is $9,717. University of Houston is cheaper. Texas Tech University graduates 69% of students in 6 years. University of Houston graduates 65%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Texas Tech University. It accepts 72.6% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
University of Houston, on average. After aid, students pay $14,309/year versus $16,919/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Texas Tech University: 69% of students finish in 6 years. University of Houston is at 65%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.