Houston Baptist University

Overview

Houston Baptist University (HBU) is a private Christian university located in Southwest Houston, Texas, offering a suburban campus setting for approximately 2,300 undergraduates and 1,000 graduate students. Founded in 1960, HBU has established a legacy of integrating faith and learning within a liberal arts framework, emphasizing a comprehensive educational experience. The university is home to the Morris Cultural Arts Center, which reflects a prominent Georgian architecture style, and offers on-campus housing for students in its living and learning communities. Academically, HBU is noted for programs in nursing, business, and Christian studies, with a curriculum that balances rigorous scholarship and spiritual development. While the university maintains a moderately selective application process, it is committed to providing personalized attention through an intimate student-to-faculty ratio. HBU competes in NCAA Division I athletics as the Huskies, although it is not principally known for its sports programs.

In the most recent statistical year 10,258 prospective students applied, and 8,666 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 732 enrolled in the school.  2,344 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,913 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $34,250 plus fees of $2,500. HBU is ranked 740 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.