Overall Score
93%
Accept Rate
20%
Grad Rate (6yr)
6.6K
Students
$6,941
In-State Tuition
N/A
Net Price (low income)
Score Breakdown
34/100
Composite Score
#4187 nationally · #250 in TX
Student Outcomes
30%20/100
Affordability
25%50/100
Selectivity
20%40/100
Academic Profile
15%4/100
Program Breadth
10%72/100
Scores computed from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data, normalized within 4-year peer group.
About Texas Southern University
Texas Southern University is a public four-year university located in Houston, Texas. It is ranked #4187 nationally and #250 in Texas by our composite scoring methodology. Texas Southern University is a open access institution, admitting 93% of applicants. It enrolls approximately 6,619 students with a six-year graduation rate of 20%, with costs below the national average.
Admissions & Costs
Acceptance Rate
93%
In-State Tuition
$6,941
Out-of-State Tuition
$18,701
Net Price (0–30K income)
N/A
6-Year Graduation Rate
20%
Total Enrollment
6,619
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
✓In-state tuition below national average for public universities
✓Accredited institution with federal financial aid eligibility
Considerations
!Below-average graduation rate — verify before applying
!Open-access admissions — wide range of student preparedness
!Lower academic profile compared to similar-tier schools
Who Is This College For?
1.Students of all academic backgrounds, including those re-entering higher education
2.In-state residents seeking quality education at lower cost
Frequently Asked Questions
Texas Southern University has an acceptance rate of 93%. The college accepts most applicants and focuses on supporting student success.
Rankings
National Rank#4187
Texas Rank#250
Rankings based on composite score from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data. All 4,264 US colleges ranked.
Institution Profile
TypePublic
Level4-year
LocationHouston, TX
Enrollment6,619 students
Visit Official Website ↗Affordability
In-State Tuition
$6,941/yr
Out-of-State Tuition
$18,701/yr
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All Texas Colleges →About Our Rankings: Scores are computed from publicly available NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data using a weighted composite of graduation outcomes, affordability, selectivity, and academic profile. Scores are normalized within peer groups (4-year vs 2-year). We do not accept payment for rankings.