Houston Christian University

Houston Christian University

Southwest Region
City Campus Setting
Small Size
2,787 Undergrad Enrollment
18:1 Student:Faculty
Doctor's degree Highest Degree
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7502 Fondren Road - Houston, TX 77074

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Houston Christian University, by the numbers: 

$47 Million awarded for scholarships and institutional grants in 2024-2025

97% of students receive financial aid

3,200 + undergraduate students

46 States and 43 countries represented

25 average class size

60+ undergraduate programs

17 NCAA Division I Sports

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Neighborhood

Located in the Uptown/Galleria area of Houston, this campus sits in a dynamic neighborhood filled with shopping, dining, and entertainment options within a short drive or rideshare. The surrounding area offers a mix of retail centers, restaurants ranging from casual to upscale, and cultural attractions, making it easy for students to find activities and grab meals off-campus. The neighborhood has a professional yet accessible feel, with good access to major roads and public transportation, allowing students to explore different parts of Houston while maintaining a relatively contained campus community.
50
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score
30
Some Transit
Transit Score
55
Bikeable
Bike Score
½ mile
1 mile
2 miles
Food & Drink
Restaurants & Bars
Daily Needs
Grocery & Services
Shopping & Entertainment
Shopping & Entertainment
Health & Wellness
Gyms, Parks & Hospitals
Transit Access
Rail (subway, train, light rail)
Bus stops & stations

Admissions & Enrollment

  REQ Required REC Recommended CON Considered NR Not Required
Highschool GPA
Highschool Rank
Highschool Record
College Preparatory Program
Recommendations
Admission test scores
· REQ = Required
· REC = Recommended
· CON = Considered
· NR = Not Required
Standardized Tests % Submitted Score Range  
SAT 34 970 - 1200  
ACT 7 19 - 28  
Freshmen Class Total Men Women Another
Number of applicants 9,021 36 % 63 % -
Number admitted 7,681 34 % 65 % 1 %
Number enrolled 729 39 % 60 % -
Does not fall into either of the mutually exclusive binary categories provided

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Majors & Degrees

Degree is in the top 10 based on undergradate enrollment.
Degree is in the top 5 based on enrollment at the postgraduate level.
Area of Study Major Bachelor Master Doctor Cert.
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Biology/Biological Sciences
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Accounting
Business Administration and Management
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Business/Commerce
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Finance
Human Resources Development
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Science
Marketing/Marketing Management
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
Communication and Media Studies
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Communications Technologies/Technicians and Support Services
Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
Computer and Information Sciences
Computer Science
Education
Bilingual and Multilingual Education
Curriculum and Instruction
Administration of Special Education
Educational Leadership and Administration
Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
Superintendency and Educational System Administration
Educational Assessment, Testing, and Measurement
Educational/Instructional Technology
Special Education and Teaching
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Elementary Education and Teaching
Art Teacher Education
Biology Teacher Education
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Reading Teacher Education
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education
Social Studies Teacher Education
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
Engineering
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Engineering
English Language and Literature/Letters
English Language and Literature
Creative Writing
Writing
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences
Human Development and Family Studies
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Ancient/Classical Greek Language and Literature
Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Ancient Near Eastern and Biblical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Spanish Language and Literature
Health Professions and Related Programs
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Bioethics/Medical Ethics
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences
Clinical Pastoral Counseling/Patient Counseling
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling
Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
Mental Health Counseling/Counselor
Family Practice Nurse/Nursing
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Art Therapy/Therapist
History
History
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Legal Professions and Studies
Legal Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
Mathematics
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
Behavioral Sciences
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology
Exercise Science and Kinesiology
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Philosophy
Christian Studies
Physical Sciences
Chemistry
Psychology
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
Counseling Psychology
Psychology
Social Sciences
Political Science and Government
Theology and Religious Vocations
Bible/Biblical Studies
Missions/Missionary Studies
Divinity/Ministry
Theology/Theological Studies
Visual and Performing Arts
Design and Visual Communications
Game and Interactive Media Design
Graphic Design
Playwriting and Screenwriting
Film/Cinema/Media Studies
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Fine/Studio Arts
Keyboard Instruments
Music
Voice and Opera
Digital Arts

Athletics

NCAA Division I-FCS
Sport Men Women
All Track Combined
Baseball
Basketball
Beach Volleyball
Football
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Volleyball

Mission Statement

The mission of Houston Christian University is to provide a learning experience that instills in students a passion for academic, spiritual, and professional excellence as a result of our central confession, "Jesus Christ is Lord".