Houston Baptist University's (HBU) curriculum includes many undergraduate and graduate programs. A strong portfolio of scholarships awarded based on merit, talent, leadership, and athletics makes it an attainable choice among private colleges and universities.
HBU was established in 1960 to establish a Christian College of the highest order in the city of Houston that stressed the quality of life as well as the quality of learning.
HBU is located in Houston, Texas thus offering an intimate college environment in the heart of one of the most vibrant and diverse cities in the United States.
HBU has two types of accreditations mainly institutional and program-wise. Institutional accreditation is the Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools and the program-wise accreditation is :
HBU offers higher education through undergraduate, graduate, and online programs. By combining faith, reason, and liberal arts into one core curriculum, it also offers an education that is based not only on technical training but the teachings of Christ, reason and the past successes and failures of humanity.
HBU puts students on a fast track to becoming leaders in their careers and in their communities. HBU strives to send students out into the world with a better understanding of how to live fulfilling, accomplished, and righteous lives. Some other highlights are:
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Type |
Private |
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Acceptance Rate |
70% |
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Cost of Attendance |
48,000 USD |
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Student-Faculty Ratio |
16:1 |
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Graduation Rate |
43.9% |
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Retention Rate |
73.4% |
HBU is described as a school on the rise filled with excitement’ by first things. Intentional Christian support and direction are provided to students through several programs including a Wednesday worship service. Some other features are:
HBC has a number of centres and institutes to help further the mission of the university. Initially, it offered only a Bachelor of Arts degree with academic courses in five divisions: Christianity, Fine Arts, Languages, Science and Mathematics, and Social Studies. Later it added a Division of Nursing, offering a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing. Some other faculties and departments are:
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The C.S. Lewis Centre |
The Center for Christianity in Business |
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The Center for Exploring Ministry Careers (CEMC) |
The Center for Law & Liberty |
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Center for the Preparation of Professional Educators (CPPE) |
The Center for Research and Doctoral Studies (CRDS) |
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Center for Strategic Evangelism |
The Institute of Christianity and Scholarship |
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McNair Center for Entrepreneurship and Free Enterprise |
Kinesiology |
HBC offers a wide variety of financial aids and scholarships. About 95% of students receive financial aid and $38 Million is used as institutional grants and scholarships. A strong portfolio of scholarships is awarded on the basis of merit, talent, leadership, and athletics. HBU has partnered with Raise. me to offer “micro-scholarships” that recognize accomplishments in high school and allow the student to start earning scholarship money starting in 9th grade. Students can earn scholarships for visiting campus, earning an “A” in a class, participating in a sport, performing community service, and much more, and they can earn up to $14,000 per year. Some of the scholarships are:
The student services at HBC are top-notch. It supports students in a variety of ways during their time on campus. Housing, Dining, Disability Services, Health Services, Counseling, and Moody Library are just some of the services that enhance the collegiate experience. Some of the other services are:
At HBU the intake of 2018 was around 3900+ students. Almost 69% of student who cleared the eligibility criteria was welcomed at this University. More than 2,300 undergraduates are admitted while with an average class size of 25, the more than 3,000 students of HBU get the personal attention they want and need.
HBU is ranked by several organizations in many different areas. It is ranked #8 as the Campus Ethnic Diversity (Regional Universities - West) by U.S. News and World Report. Other rankings highlights are:
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Student-Faculty Ratio 14:1 |
Male-Female Ratio 36:64 |
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International Students 100 |
Total Enrolment 3,325 |
HBU accepts applications that are offered on a rolling basis in the seasonal terms of Fall, Spring, and Summer. International students follow the same admission process as domestic students with a few exceptions. Students can apply through the online application in the application portal. Some other admission requirements are:
Acceptance Rate |
Minimum Score
TOEFL Requirements
Min. 80
Minimum Score
IELTS Requirements
Min. 6.5
Application Website
Accepts Direct Application
yes
Accepts Common Application
No
Total Applications
-
The cost to attend HBU for one year is approximately 48,000 USD. There is no application fee for any programs. It also varies according to the programs selected.
| Degree Type | Tuition Fees |
|---|---|
| Diploma | - |
| Undergraduate | $30,480 |
| Post Graduate | $17,250 |
International candidates seeking admission at HBU must complete the application and submission of all the necessary documents required for admission before the preferred deadlines of the semesters they aspire to enroll in. some of the deadlines are
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline |
2022-01-15
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The other fees applicable at HBU include the tuition fees and the other are the living expenses. The cost of living includes housing costs, food service, etc. The additional fees to be paid by international students are:
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Expenses |
Living on Campus |
Living off Campus |
Living at Home |
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Tuition & Fees |
$35,500 |
$35,500 |
$35,500 |
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Room & Board |
$9,286 |
$9,800 |
$4,643 |
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Books & Supplies |
$1,000 |
$1,000 |
$1,000 |
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Personal / Miscellaneous |
$2,802 |
$2,802 |
$2,802 |
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Transportation |
$1,760 |
$3,168 |
$3,168 |
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Total |
$50,348 |
$52,270 |
$47,113 |
For international admissions, the admission office is reachable at +1-281-649-3000 or admissions@HBU.edu via email.
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