Houghton University
Houghton University is a private nonprofit 4-year institution in Houghton, NY. It enrolls about 1,014 students and admits roughly 93% of first-year applicants.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Private nonprofit 4-year |
| Control | private nonprofit |
| Level | 4-year |
| Location | Houghton, NY 14744 |
| County | Allegany County |
| Enrollment | 1,014 |
| Acceptance rate | 93% |
| Applicants / admitted | 1,068 / 990 |
| In-state tuition & fees | $17,290 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $17,290 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | 65% |
| Transfer-out rate | 16% |
| Full-time retention rate | 77% |
| Campus setting | Rural: Remote |
| Size category | 1,000 - 4,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Master's degree |
| SAT middle 50% (EBRW+Math) | 600–700 |
| ACT middle 50% | 23–28 |
| Website | www.houghton.edu/ |
| Phone | 5855679200 |
Admissions
About 1,068 students applied and 990 were admitted. Of those admitted, 235 enrolled.
Cost
Tuition and required fees are about $17,290 for full-time first-year students, the same for in-state and out-of-state students, which is typical of private institutions. Room and board are extra.
Outcomes
Of the 266 first-time, full-time students in the 150% cohort, 65% completed their programme within 150% of normal time. That cohort definition matters: part-time students and transfers are not included, so a college that serves many of them can have a low reported rate while still graduating most of its students.
Where it is
Houghton University is in Houghton, NY, Allegany County. Its coordinates are 42.4261, -78.1554.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Houghton University?
About 93% of first-year applicants are admitted, based on federal IPEDS data for 1,068 applicants.
How much does Houghton University cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $17,290 for in-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Houghton University?
About 1,014 students are enrolled.