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University of Houston-Clear Lake

Houston, Texas · Public

92%acceptance rate
980–1150SAT middle 50%
19–24.25ACT middle 50%
$10,488average net price, in-state

University of Houston-Clear Lake admitted 92% of 2,322 applicants (Common Data Set 2024-2025). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 980–1150 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 51% of students graduate within six years.

Your chances at University of Houston-Clear Lake

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Early decision and early action

University of Houston-Clear Lake doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How University of Houston-Clear Lake rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • Course rigor
  • Class rank
  • GPA

Important

  • –

Considered

  • Test scores
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience

Not considered

  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Interview
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.40 GPA. 14% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.013%
  • 3.75–3.9913%
  • 3.50–3.7418%
  • 3.25–3.4918%
  • 3.00–3.2417%
  • 2.50–2.9920%
  • 2.00–2.491%
  • Under 2.00.2%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $24,376 in-state and $37,960 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $10,488 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$7,818
  • $30–48k$6,760
  • $48–75k$9,994
  • $75–110k$19,555
  • $110k+$22,367

Quick answers

What is University of Houston-Clear Lake’s acceptance rate?

University of Houston-Clear Lake admitted 92% of applicants: 2,130 of 2,322 (Common Data Set 2024-2025).

What SAT score do you need for University of Houston-Clear Lake?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 980 to 1150, with a median around 1070. A score at or above 1070 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

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