ACCEPTANCE RATE
93.4%
More selective than 89% of listed universities.
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Public University
Texas Southern University
Texas Southern University is a vibrant public institution in Houston, Texas, dedicated to academic excellence and inclusivity.
93.4%ACCEPTANCE
$15,021AVG NET PRICE
20%GRAD RATE
8,469STUDENTS
University data profileIPEDS 2023
Houston, TXcity
THE SIGNATURE
Texas Southern University Report Card
Explore university facts, programs, and campus life at a glance.
Texas Southern University (TSU) is a dynamic public university located in Houston, Texas, with a mission to promote equality and prepare students for leadership in a diverse society. Established in 1947, TSU offers over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs across ten colleges and schools, supported by a dedicated faculty and a robust alumni network.
As one of the largest historically Black universities in the nation, TSU fosters a welcoming and inclusive environment for its diverse student population of more than 8,400 individuals. The university’s sprawling 150-acre campus is home to more than 80 student organizations and features a variety of student services designed to support academic and personal growth. Located in a vibrant urban setting, students enjoy easy access to cultural and professional opportunities in Houston, enhancing their college experience and future career prospects.
AT A GLANCE
TypePublicFour or more years
Founded1947
Settingcity150 acres
Calendarsemester
Religious affiliationNone reported
Athletics—
GETTING IN
Admissions
Texas Southern University has a highly inclusive admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 93.4%. In 2021, the university received 7,867 applications, reflecting its commitment to welcoming students from various backgrounds and experiences.
Source: IPEDS 2023
SAT RANGE (MID 50%)
800–1,000
400National benchmark missing1600
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Not reportedUndergraduate application fee $42.
WHAT IT COSTS
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker price tells you little — net price after aid is what most families actually pay.
Source: IPEDS 2023
IN-STATE TUITION & FEES
$8,637/yr
Out-of-state: $8,637/yr.
Net price by income band
$0–$30,000
$30,001–$48,000
$48,001–$75,000
AVERAGE NET PRICE AFTER AID
$15,021/yr
▲ 51% since 2020-2188% receive aid
Average aid package $8,030.
IN THE CLASSROOM
Academics
Texas Southern University offers a diverse range of over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs across ten colleges and schools. The university is recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and includes notable strengths in education, law, and various professional fields.
Source: IPEDS 2023
Student–faculty ratio
16:1
6-year graduation rate
20%
▲ 3 pts since 2016
First-year retention
57%
Compared with the 89% public-university median.
Undergrad majors
50
Undergraduate majors and programs
MOST POPULAR FIELDS OF STUDY
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.8.7%
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration.7.5%
General Studies.6.7%
Business Administration and Management, General.6.5%
Psychology, General.6.1%
Radio and Television.4.1%
CAMPUS LIFE
Campus & Housing
Campus housing shows how many students live on-campus — which means nearby housing can be essential to the college experience.
On-campus beds
2,322
Housing for approximately 35% of students.
Students needing off-campus housing
5,505
Estimated from enrollment and reported on-campus housing capacity.
Setting
city
150 campus acres.
IN CONTEXT
TSU vs. peer institutions
How TSU compares with officially identified or editorially reviewed peer institutions.
Texas Southern University
$15,021
University of Houston
$13,738
University of Texas at San Antonio
$10,831
Texas State University
$15,307
AFTER GRADUATION
Student outcomes
What graduates earn and how reliably they land work — the bottom-line return on the degree.
Source: College Scorecard 2023
Median earnings · 10 yrs after entry
$38,924
Compared with earnings for graduates of similar universities.
Working after 10 yrs
86.4%
Share of former students working and not enrolled, ten years after entry.
Earning more than a high-school graduate
61.5%
61.5% of students out-earn the typical high-school graduate — a core measure of mobility.
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