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Houston Christian University

Houston, TX
77074-3298

www.hbu.edu

Senior, Private

2023: The University's name has been changed from Houston Baptist University to Houston Christian University in and around September 2022.

Admission Requirements

Consideration for freshman admission to Houston Baptist University is determined by a strong high school performance, indicated by:

• Graduating in the top 50% of senior class
• SAT score of 1070 or greater; OR ACT composite score of 21

Upon meeting the minimum high school curriculum requirements the following should be submitted to the Office of Admissions:

• Application for Admission
• Official high school transcript or official GED scores, mailed
• directly to Houston Baptist University from issuing institution
• Official SAT or ACT test scores
• Recommendation Letter (optional)

Applicants not meeting admission requirements will go to the Academic Review Board for an admissions decision.

Deadline for Application for Admission

• Fall Early Action - Nov. 1
• Spring Early Action - Dec. 1
• Summer - Rolling

On-Campus Housing

• Available

Tuition and Fees

Tuition and Fees	On-Campus Budget	Off-Campus Budget
$39,430	$59,926	$61,194

Financial Aid

Deadline for Application

• Priority March 1
• Deadline FAFSA Opens - October 1
• Deadline for prospective and new students - March 1
• Deadline for continuing students and all required documentation - April 15