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Houston Colleges and Schools

Colleges in Houston

There are at least 67 colleges in Houston, listed and descibed below. These schools represent 132,504 or more students (full-time and part-time), a combined student body equivalent to 95,568 full-time students, and a reported 8,617 dorm rooms.

The largest schools here include Houston Community College, University of Houston, University of Houston-Downtown and Texas Southern University. For a prestigious selective school, you might want to look at Rice University or University of St Thomas.

Please also check for colleges in the nearby cities and towns, shown at the left. We also provide an extensive list of Texas Colleges.

Of Note For College Students

  • There are a lot of studio and one-bedroom apartments in Houston.

Houston QuickSchools™

We call these QuickSchools -- Our term for schools with flexible schedules, simple applications, online info request forms, and very rapid response to requests for info.

ATI Career Training Center
Houston, Texas

Offers career training and associate's degrees in several fields. Located in Florida, Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico.

  • Programs: Basic Skills, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Engineering Technician, Mechanics And Repair, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Diploma

American InterContinental University
Houston, Texas

Offers Graduate and Undergraduate degree programs in business, criminal justice, design and media arts, education, engineering and information technology. Located in five U.S. and two foreign sites

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Leisure, Media, Security And Law Enforcement
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Master

Court Reporting Institute
Houston, Texas

The college’s sole program of court reporting allows it to focus all of its attention on preparing students for this particular career. Associate degree can be obtained online.

  • Programs: Law, Media, Medical Administration
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate

DeVry University
Houston, Texas

Started in 1931, DeVry has grown into one of the largest private universities in the U.S., with locations in many major metro areas.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Engineering, Engineering Technician, Leisure, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor

Everest Institute
Houston, Texas

Founded in 1851 as Duff's Business Institute, the school offers career education programs in 12 states with greater than 25 locations.

  • Programs: Basic Skills, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, Engineering Technician, Law, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Office And Administration, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Certificate, Diploma, Non-Degree

ITT Technical Institute
Houston, Texas

With over 100 campuses in 34 states nationwide and online programs offered as well, the ITT Technical Institutes may have a program that is convenient for you. ITT Tech is dedicated to teaching technology.

  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma, Master

Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University
Houston, Texas

Offers MBA and Master's degree management programs. Located at several sites in the United States and Canada

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Engineering Technician, Family And Social Work, Medical Administration
  • Degrees/Course Work: Certificate, Master

Le Tourneau University
Houston, Texas

Offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in a variety of fields. Offered online and at campus locations in Texas

  • Programs: Business And Management, Education And Teaching, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Certificate, Master

Remington College
Houston, Texas

Career college with multiple campuses all across the United States. Instruction with a strong component based on learning by doing.

  • Programs: Beauty And Cosmetology, Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Cooking And Culinary Arts, Design, Engineering Technician, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma

Sanford-Brown College
Houston, Texas

Students attend the school to gain practical skills directly useful in their chosen fields. Multiple campuses around St. Louis plus one in Milwaukee.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Engineering Technician, Law, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Nutrition And Exercise Therapy, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Diploma

Sanford-Brown Institute
Houston, Texas

Students develop career skills in several health-related fields (such as Ultrasound) and criminal justice. Some programs can be finished in as little as 9 months.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Law, Medical Administration, Medical Support And Technology, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Certificate, Diploma

TechSkills
Houston, Texas

TechSkills offers higher learning education to adults who are seeking to advance their careers, or even start new ones, after extended periods of time in other endeavors.

  • Programs: Computer Science And Engineering, Engineering Technician
  • Degrees/Course Work: Certificate

The Art Institutes
Houston, Texas

The Art Institutes (AI) provides programs that stimulate the minds of its students with programs in design, the arts, game programming, culinary cuisine, and fashion.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Construction Trades, Cooking And Culinary Arts, Design, Engineering Technician, Family And Social Work, Fine Arts, Hospitality, Leisure, Media, Music, Photography And Commercial Art
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Certificate, Coursework, Diploma, Non-Degree

Universal Technical Institute
Houston, Texas

Career training for automotive, motorcycle, and marine technicians. Supported by the world's largest auto manufacturers.

  • Programs: Mechanics And Repair
  • Degrees/Course Work: Certificate

University of Phoenix
Houston, Texas

Founded in 1976, University of Phoenix is dedicated to meeting the needs of working students. Now the largest private university in North America, we offer conveniently located campuses and learning centers as well as a flexible online learning format.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Education And Teaching, Family And Social Work, Hospitality, Medical Administration, Nursing And Emergency Medicine, Security And Law Enforcement, Therapy And Counseling
  • Degrees/Course Work: Bachelor, Master

Westwood College
Houston, Texas

Established over 50 years ago, Westwood College provides practical courses and programs leading to skills and credentials its graduates can directly utilize in their careers.

  • Programs: Business And Management, Computer Science And Engineering, Design, Education And Teaching, Engineering Technician, Law, Leisure, Mechanics And Repair, Medical Support And Technology, Real Estate And Construction Management, Security And Law Enforcement
  • Degrees/Course Work: Associate, Bachelor, Diploma, Master

Houston Open Admission Colleges

Schools open to most or all qualified applicants (qualifications vary).
Based on 2007 information.

Aviation Institute of Maintenance
8880 Telephone Rd
Houston, Texas 77061

  • Programs: aircraft maintenance.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 40 students, 40 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Behold Beauty Academy
9937 Homestead Rd
Houston, Texas 77016-3725

  • Programs: cosmetology, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 35 students, 24 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

College of Biblical Studies-Houston
7000 Regency Square Blvd.
Houston, Texas 77036-3211

  • Programs: bible studies, pre-ministerial studies.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 1,056 students, 645 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

Culinary Institute Alain and Marie Lenotre
7070 Allensby
Houston, Texas 77022-4322

  • Programs: chef training, pastry.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 108 students, 87 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. Credit for experience.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Franklin Beauty School
4965 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Houston, Texas 77021-2909

  • Programs: education.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 124 students, 124 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

Houston Community College
3100 Main Street
Houston, Texas 77266-7517

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: general studies, fire-fighting, registered nursing, business management, EMT paramedic, cosmetology, office data entry, HVAC.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 43,518 students, 23,093 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Houston Training School
709 Shotwell
Houston, Texas 77020

  • Programs: cosmetology, cosmetoloty instructor, manicurist, personal grooming.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 51 students, 51 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Houston Training School-South
6630 Gulf Fwy
Houston, Texas 77087

  • Programs: cosmetology, English, cosmetoloty instructor, manicurist, personal grooming.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 410 students, 410 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Houston's Training and Education Center
7457 Harwin Ste 190
Houston, Texas 77036

  • Programs: medical office computer specialist, data entry and applications, accounting technology, medical lab assistant, executive secretary.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 54 students, 54 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

ICC Technical Institute
3333 Fannin Ste #203
Houston, Texas 77004-2930

  • Programs: cosmetology, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor, facial treatment.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 46 students, 46 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Interactive Learning Systems
6200 Hillcroft Ave Ste 200
Houston, Texas 77081-3007

  • Programs: computer and info science, accounting and related services, business support services.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 13 students, 12 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Credit for experience. AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Interactive Learning Systems
256 N Sam Houston Pkwy Suite 130
Houston, Texas 77060

  • Programs: administrative assistant, computer and info science, accounting and related services.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 13 students, 13 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Credit for experience. AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Jay's Technical Institute
9000 West Bellfort Suite 110
Houston, Texas 77031

  • Programs: barber, cosmetology, cosmetoloty instructor, hair styling, manicurist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 76 students, 73 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

Mai-trix Beauty College
5999 W 34th St Suite 100
Houston, Texas 77092

  • Programs: massage therapy, cosmetology, facial treatment, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 128 students, 106 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. Credit for experience.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

North West Beauty School
6770 Antoine Dr
Houston, Texas 77091

  • Programs: cosmetology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 303 students, 302 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Paul Mitchell The School- Houston
744 FM 1960 West #G
Houston, Texas 77090

  • Programs: personal grooming.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 104 students, 91 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

Pinnacle Career Center
2646 S Loop W Ste 415
Houston, Texas 77054

  • Programs: dental assistant.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Royal Beauty Careers
5020 Fm 1960 W A-12
Houston, Texas 77069-4611

  • Programs: cosmetology, make-up artist, personal grooming, massage therapy.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 141 students, 141 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Sebring Career Schools
6672 Hwy 06 S
Houston, Texas 77083

  • Programs: personal grooming, cosmetology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 81 students, 81 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Sebring Career Schools
7060 Bissonnet St
Houston, Texas 77074-6010

  • Programs: cosmetology, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 31 students, 31 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Sylvia's International School of Beauty
434 Parker Rd
Houston, Texas 77091

  • Programs: cosmetology, personal grooming, make-up artist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

Texas Barber College and Hairstyling School - Houston
9275 Richmond Ave #180
Houston, Texas 77063

  • Programs: barber, cosmetology, cosmetoloty instructor, manicurist, aesthetician and skin care.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 772 students, 772 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Texas School of Business East Inc
12030 East Freeway
Houston, Texas 77029

  • Programs: allied health and medical assisting, medical office assistant, business support services.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 517 students, 517 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Texas School of Business Inc
711 Airtex Dr
Houston, Texas 77073

  • Programs: allied health and medical assisting, medical office assistant, dental assistant, pharmacy tech, office data entry, electrical maintenance and repair, accounting technology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 640 students, 640 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Credit for experience.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Texas School of Business - Southwest
6363 Richmond Ste 300
Houston, Texas 77057

  • Programs: allied health and medical assisting, dental assistant, medical office assistant, business support services, pharmacy tech, accounting technology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 640 students, 640 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Texas Southern University
3100 Cleburne St
Houston, Texas 77004

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: law, pharmacy, business management, biology, criminal justice and administration, health care administration, psychology, accounting.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 9,540 students, 8,228 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 1,529 student capacity.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. Credit for experience. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Member of a national athletic association.

Trend Barber College
8250 W Bellfort
Houston, Texas 77071-0000

  • Programs: barber, manicurist, cosmetoloty instructor.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 68 students, 58 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services.

University of Houston-Downtown
1 Main St
Houston, Texas 77002-1014

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: liberal arts and sciences, accounting, criminal justice and safety, finance, interdisciplinary studies, psychology, business management, MIS.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 11,793 students, 8,370 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

Colleges With Selective Admissions

These schools do not admit all qualified applicants.
Based on 2007 information.

American College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
9100 Park West Drive
Houston, Texas 70063-4104

  • Programs: acupuncture.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's.
  • Student Body: 149 students, 113 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Study abroad option.

Baylor College of Medicine
One Baylor Plaza BCM 365
Houston, Texas 77030-3498

  • Programs: Several programs. Most popular include: medicine, physician assistant, call and molecular biology, molecular genetics, neuroscience, nurse anesthetist, virology, biological and physical sciences.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 1,398 students, 1,398 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Remedial services.

Careers Unlimited Beauty School
10058 Long Point
Houston, Texas 77055

Center for Advanced Legal Studies
3910 Kirby Ste 200
Houston, Texas 77098-4151

  • Programs: legal assistant.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 198 students, 198 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

Commonwealth Institute of Funeral Service
415 Barren Springs Dr
Houston, Texas 77090-5918

  • Programs: funeral and mortuary.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 122 students, 119 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Houston Baptist University
7502 Fondren Rd
Houston, Texas 77074-3298

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, psychology, Christian studies, biology, business, registered nursing, communication studies, sociology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's. Bachelor's. Master's.
  • Student Body: 2,339 students, 2,109 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 344 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 470-590. Math: 480-590. Writing: 470-580.
  • Flexibility: AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

Houston Graduate School of Theology
2501 Central Parkway Suite A19
Houston, Texas 77092-7729

  • Programs: theology, counseling psychology, ministry.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 232 students, 191 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling.

Institute of Cosmetology & Esthetics
7011 Harwin Drive Suite 100
Houston, Texas 77036-2121

Institute of Ocean Technology
8713 Katy Fwy
Houston, Texas 77024

Medvance Institute-Houston
6220 Westpark Suite 180
Houston, Texas 77057

  • Programs: health professions, pharmacy tech, medical assistant, medical records tech, surgical tech, radiation therapist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 515 students, 460 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

Northwest Educational Center
2910 Antoine B-100
Houston, Texas 77092

  • Programs: medical assistant, management information systems, executive secretary, office data entry.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 277 students, 277 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

Ocean Corporation
10840 Rockley Rd
Houston, Texas 77099

  • Programs: professional diver, quality and safety tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 298 students, 298 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Notable: Placement assistance.

Rice University
6100 S Main
Houston, Texas 77005-1827

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, economics, music, psychology, biochemistry, political science, electrical engineering, English.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
  • Student Body: 5,161 students, 5,084 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 2,078 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 640-730. Math: 670-780. Writing: 640-750.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

School of Automotive Machinists
1911 Antoine
Houston, Texas 77055

  • Programs: automobile mechanics, mechanic and repair.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 117 students, 117 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

South Texas College of Law
1303 San Jacinto St
Houston, Texas 77002-7000

  • Programs: law.
  • Degrees/Certificates: First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 1,252 students, 1,108 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option.

Texas Health School
11211 Katy Fwy Ste 170
Houston, Texas 77079

  • Programs: nursing assistant, physical therapist assistant, medical assistant, medication aide, massage therapy.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 195 students, 152 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

The Academy of Health Care Professions
240 Northwest Mall
Houston, Texas 77092

  • Programs: medical assistant, radiation therapist, dental assistant, medical records admin, sonography and ultrasound tech, surgical tech, massage therapy, medical lab tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Associate's.
  • Student Body: 429 students, 429 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

The Academy of Health Care Professions
8313 Southwest Freeway-Ste 300
Houston, Texas 77074

  • Programs: radiographer, dental assistant, medical coding, surgical tech.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates.
  • Student Body: 149 students, 149 full-time equivalent.
  • SAT: not generally required.
  • Flexibility: Weekend classes available. AP credits.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
7000 Fannin Suite 1700
Houston, Texas 77030

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: medicine, registered nursing, nurse practitioner, public health, dentistry, nurse anesthetist, epidemiology, dental hygienist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 3,774 students, 3,089 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning.
  • Notable: On-campus daycare.

The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
1515 Holcombe Blvd.
Houston, Texas 77030-4009

  • Programs: clinical lab tech, radiation therapist, genetics tech, medical physics, cytotechnologist.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's.
  • Student Body: 139 students, 134 full-time equivalent.
  • Notable: Career counseling.

University of Houston
212 E. Cullen Building
Houston, Texas 77204-2018

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: accounting, psychology, law, finance, marketing, business management, biology, interdisciplinary studies.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 34,663 students, 28,476 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 4,346 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 460-570. Math: 480-600.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. Weekend classes available. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. On-campus daycare. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

University of Houston-Clear Lake
2700 Bay Area Blvd
Houston, Texas 77058-1098

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: interdisciplinary studies, educational administration, business management, accounting, psychology, finance, criminology, biology.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's.
  • Student Body: 7,522 students, 4,787 full-time equivalent.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance.

University of St Thomas
3800 Montrose Blvd
Houston, Texas 77006-4696

  • Programs: Many programs. Most popular include: business management, education, liberal arts and sciences, accounting, political science, general studies, theology, finance.
  • Degrees/Certificates: Certificates. Bachelor's. Master's. Doctor's. First-professional degree.
  • Student Body: 3,273 students, 2,231 full-time equivalent.
  • Dorms: 320 student capacity.
  • SAT 25-75th percentile: Verbal: 510-630. Math: 530-630. Writing: 510-610.
  • Flexibility: Distance learning. AP credits. Some high school credits accepted.
  • Notable: Career counseling. Placement assistance. Remedial services. Study abroad option. Member of a national athletic association.

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Colleges in Nearby Cities and Towns

(Student count includes part-time and full-time; not all students live in the city or town. Data as of 2007.)

City/TownCollegesPop.
(2000)
StudentsDorms
Alvin Colleges121,4134,169 
Baytown Colleges166,4305,856 
Friendswood Colleges129,037379 
Pasadena Colleges3141,67424,216 
South Houston Colleges115,83398 

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