University of Houston

The cost of living for international students at the University of Houston depends on various factors such as tuition fees, accommodation costs and other expenses. Therefore, international students should check the overall expenses before applying. Check below the average cost of living for international students at UH:

*USD/INR = 82.99

A GPA of 3.0 or higher in high school is required for admission into the undergraduate courses of the University of Houston. Though the university follows a test-optional policy for SAT or ACT scores, students have the choice to apply with or without these scores. Apart from this, students must meet the minimum English language requirement for their paritcular course.

The University of Houston is recognised as a leader in Energy and Health Research, Law, Business and Environmental Education in the world. Some of the most popular majors according to the U.S. News & World Report include Psychology; Engineering; Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services; Business, Management, Marketing and Related Support Services; Social Sciences; Health Professions and Related Programs; Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, etc.

If we talk about the University of Houston world ranking, then in the QS World University Rankings 2026, UH ranks at #556 position. Its position in the QS rankings has increased in 2025 as it was placed at #651. In the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025, it has been placed at #401 position. 

The University of Houston ranks in the top 200 universities in the United States as per the U.S. News & World Report ranking in the national universities category. It has been placed at #182 position for 2023. Although, its position has declined by some spots as compared to 2022, it has still managed to lie in the top 200 U.S. universities. In 2022, UH was placed at #179 position. The indicators that are considered by U.S. News & World Report for the national universities category ranking include outcomes, faculty resources, expert opinion, financial resources, student excellence, and alumni giving.