Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
92.70%
SAT Average
1,297
ACT Range
23-28
Houghton University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 92.70%. This means approximately 927 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 867 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
92.70%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $17,290 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $17,290 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $29,287 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $21,148 | State avg: $18,893. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 33.79% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 56.02% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Houghton University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$17,290
Room and board
$10,810
Books and supplies
$1,000
Other expenses
$2,500
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$29,287
Average net price
$21,148
Average aid coverage
28%
$8,139 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Houghton University pays approximately $21,148 per year after grants and aid. This is above the New York average of $18,893 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Houghton University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to New York and national averages.
Houghton University net price
$21,148
New York average
$18,893
National average
$17,506
Houghton University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $17,290 and average net price at $21,148. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$17,290
Current net price
$21,148
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
64.66%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$46,721
Undergraduates
867
10-Year Median Earnings - Houghton University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Houghton University graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Houghton University?
Undergraduates
867
Completion rate
64.66%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
33.79%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
56.02%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 33.79% of Houghton University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 56.02% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Houghton University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Houghton University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Houghton University lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Houghton University is listed at 1 Willard Ave, Houghton, NY 14744. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Houghton University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houghton University | 92.70% | $17,290 | $21,148 | $46,721 |
| Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences | 59.08% | $40,375 | $26,027 | $131,426 |
| Helene Fuld College of Nursing | 23.81% | $24,648 | $37,732 | $111,027 |
| SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University | Not available | Not available | Not available | $109,601 |
| Center for Allied Health Education | 18.52% | Not available | $35,431 | $107,249 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houghton University's acceptance rate?
Houghton University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 92.70%.
How much is Houghton University tuition?
Houghton University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $17,290.
What is Houghton University's average net price?
Houghton University's average net price in the local dataset is $21,148.
What does Houghton University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $17,213 for Houghton University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Houghton University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $46,721 for Houghton University.
Is Houghton University accredited?
Houghton University's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Houghton University?
The local dataset lists 867 undergraduate students at Houghton University.
What percentage of Houghton University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Houghton University in the local dataset is 33.79%.
What is the federal loan rate at Houghton University?
The federal loan rate for Houghton University in the local dataset is 56.02%.
Where should I verify Houghton University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Houghton University or the latest official federal education data.