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Houghton University

Houghton, NY · Private nonprofit · Remote rural · Website

Houghton University campus
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Admission rate
89%
Accessible
Average net price
$21,959
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
62%
Median earnings
$52,730
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Houghton University is a private nonprofit college in Houghton, NY with 753 undergraduates. It admits 89% of applicants, and admitted students average 1284 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $21,959 per year ($17,883 for families earning under $30,000). 62% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $52,730 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
89%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
1,068
Fall 2023
Admitted
990
Fall 2023
Yield
24%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing600–695
200800
SAT Math570–680
200800
ACT Composite26–31
136

What Houghton University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordConsidered
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkConsidered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementRequired
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testConsidered

Cost

Cost of attendance
$34,399
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$20,616

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$17,883
  • $30–48k$15,260
  • $48–75k$15,196
  • $75–110k$20,754
  • $110k+$27,488

Get a personal estimate with Houghton University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
62%
Freshman retention
84%
Median earnings
$52,730
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$25,250
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
753
Student–faculty ratio
12:1
Receive Pell grants
27%
  • White76%
  • Hispanic2%
  • Black5%
  • Asian1%

Houghton University FAQ

What is Houghton University's acceptance rate?+

Houghton University admits 89% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

What SAT score do you need for Houghton University?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 600–695 on SAT Reading and Writing and 570–680 on SAT Math; the average total is 1284.

What ACT score do you need for Houghton University?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 26–31.

Is Houghton University test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Houghton University?+

In Fall 2023, 1,068 students applied to Houghton University and 990 were admitted; 235 enrolled.

Does Houghton University consider legacy status?+

No. Houghton University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Houghton University require an essay?+

Houghton University reported that an essay or personal statement is required for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Houghton University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $34,399 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $21,959.

What is Houghton University's graduation rate?+

62% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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