Arlington, TX · Houston, TX · Source: IPEDS federal database
| The University of Texas at Arlington | University of Houston-Clear Lake | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 79.9% | 90.5% |
| In-State Tuition | $11,950 | $7,770 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $29,582 | $21,114 |
| Average Net Price | $13,755 | $14,059 |
| Graduation Rate | 54.0% | 52.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 44,956 | 8,137 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 23 | 15 |
GradFax Analysis
The University of Texas at Arlington accepts 79.9% of applicants. University of Houston-Clear Lake accepts 90.5%. The University of Texas at Arlington's in-state tuition is $11,950. University of Houston-Clear Lake's is $7,770. University of Houston-Clear Lake is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 54% at The University of Texas at Arlington, 52% at University of Houston-Clear Lake.
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
The University of Texas at Arlington. It accepts 79.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
The University of Texas at Arlington, on average. After aid, students pay $13,755/year versus $14,059/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
The University of Texas at Arlington: 54% of students finish in 6 years. University of Houston-Clear Lake is at 52%.
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.