University of Houston-Downtown

What is the cost of studying for a year at University of Houston-Downtown?

For the reported 2024-25 cost figures, UHD's average full-time undergraduate tuition and required fees total approximately $7,582 for Texas residents and $17,434 for out-of-state students. These are published charges before aid, not a complete annual budget or a bill for every student.

• Texas-resident undergraduate tuition: $6,126; required fees: $1,456.
• Out-of-state undergraduate tuition: $15,978; required fees: $1,456.
• Reported room-and-board allowance: $10,176; books-and-supplies allowance: $660.

The room-and-board figure is a budgeting allowance, not a charge for a UHD residence hall. Students also need to account for transportation, personal expenses and any program-specific costs. Course load, residency classification and the mix of in-person and online classes can change the actual bill.

Financial aid can narrow the gap between published costs and what a student pays. In the reported figures, 88% of students received some form of aid and 30% had student loans. Average net price - the estimated cost after grant and scholarship aid - was $10,048 for students from families with annual incomes up to $48,000 and $15,488 for those in the $75,001-$110,000 band. These are group averages, not individualized offers. Eligible students can explore federal grants and loans, Texas aid, UHD scholarships and military education benefits by completing the applicable aid applications and reviewing their award notice.

What are the work-study opportunities at University of Houston-Downtown?

UHD students can look for part-time work and career-development support while enrolled. Federal Work-Study, when included in an eligible student's financial aid offer, is a way to earn wages through an approved job; it is not a grant automatically paid toward tuition.

Work-Study eligibility generally depends on financial need, the student's aid application and available funding. Students must find an eligible position and work the hours to receive pay. Other campus jobs may be open to students without a Work-Study award, while internships may have separate academic, pay and eligibility arrangements.

UHD's career services can help students explore occupations, prepare application materials and connect with employers through advising and career programming. Students should use the university's current student-job and career postings to distinguish a paid position from an internship or volunteer opportunity. Career services and access to job listings are forms of support, not verified job-placement outcomes.