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64 Texas Institutions, One Directory

Every record below carries real planning data — admissions ranges, costs, and program outcomes — with a per-record data source and verification date. Filter by pathway, search by name, city, or program, and sort by what matters most to your plan.

32 Universities8 Community Colleges14 Nursing Schools10 Trade Schools

Showing 64 of 64 Texas institutions

Austin Community College

Austin, TX (11 campuses) · Community College · Public

100% accept

Large community college system serving the Austin metro area. Strong transfer programs to UT Austin and other universities.

Cost (In-State)
$2,550/semester (in-district)
Avg Financial Aid
$5,500/year
Students
41,000
Website

Baylor University

Waco, TX · Universitie · Private

47.5% accept

Largest Baptist university in the world with strong academic programs across arts, sciences, business, and health sciences.

Avg GPA
3.70
SAT Range
1200–1400
ACT Range
26–32
Cost (In-State)
$52,584/year
Avg Financial Aid
$30,000/year
Students
20,824
Website

Baylor University Louise Herrington School of Nursing

Dallas, TX · Nursing School · Private

30% accept

Premier private nursing school located in the Baylor Scott & White Health complex in Dallas. Known for clinical excellence and faith-based education.

Avg GPA
3.60
SAT Range
1150–1390
ACT Range
25–31
Cost (In-State)
$45,000/year
Avg Financial Aid
$25,000/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
96.1%
Clinical Hours
900
Students
400
Website

Blinn College

Brenham/Bryan, TX · Community College · Public

100% accept

One of the oldest community colleges in Texas, known for TAMU transfer partnerships and strong nursing programs.

Cost (In-State)
$2,520/semester (in-district)
Avg Financial Aid
$5,000/year
Students
21,000
Website

Collin College

McKinney, TX (multiple campuses) · Community College · Public

100% accept

Rapidly growing community college in the north DFW suburbs with strong nursing and technical programs.

Cost (In-State)
$1,656/semester (in-district)
Avg Financial Aid
$4,500/year
Students
58,000
Website

Dallas Baptist University

Dallas, TX · Universitie · Private

73% accept

Christian university in Dallas offering undergraduate and graduate programs with a focus on integrating faith and learning.

Avg GPA
3.40
SAT Range
1000–1220
ACT Range
20–27
Cost (In-State)
$34,200/year
Avg Financial Aid
$18,000/year
Students
5,390
Website

Dallas College

Dallas-Fort Worth, TX (7 campuses) · Community College · Public

100% accept

Consolidated community college system serving the DFW metro area with 7 campuses and extensive workforce programs.

Cost (In-State)
$1,770/semester (in-district)
Avg Financial Aid
$4,800/year
Students
70,000
Website

Dallas College - Technical Education

Dallas-Fort Worth, TX (7 campuses) · Trade School · Public

100% accept

DFW's largest community college system offering comprehensive technical and apprenticeship programs.

Cost (In-State)
$1,770/semester (in-district)
Avg Financial Aid
$4,800/year
Job Placement
86%
Program Length
6 months - 2 years
Students
7,000
Website

Houston Christian University

Houston, TX · Universitie · Private

70% accept

Private Christian university in Houston with growing programs in nursing, business, and liberal arts.

Avg GPA
3.20
SAT Range
940–1180
ACT Range
18–25
Cost (In-State)
$35,340/year
Avg Financial Aid
$20,000/year
Students
4,494
Website

Houston Community College

Houston, TX (multiple campuses) · Community College · Public

100% accept

One of the largest community college systems in the nation serving the greater Houston area.

Cost (In-State)
$2,048/semester (in-district)
Avg Financial Aid
$5,000/year
Students
56,000
Website

Lamar University

Beaumont, TX · Universitie · Public

87% accept

Public university in Southeast Texas offering affordable education with strong engineering, nursing, and education programs.

Avg GPA
3.10
SAT Range
900–1150
ACT Range
17–24
Cost (In-State)
$10,230/year
Avg Financial Aid
$9,500/year
Students
16,167
Website

Lincoln College of Technology

Grand Prairie, TX · Trade School · Private

100% accept

National trade school with a DFW campus specializing in automotive, diesel, and collision repair technology.

Cost (In-State)
$15,000 - $35,000/program
Avg Financial Aid
$8,000/year
Job Placement
85%
Program Length
9-15 months
Students
800
Website

Lone Star College

Houston, TX (6 campuses) · Community College · Public

100% accept

Large community college system serving north Harris County and Montgomery County in the Houston area.

Cost (In-State)
$2,016/semester (in-district)
Avg Financial Aid
$5,200/year
Students
80,000
Website

Lone Star College - Technical Programs

Houston, TX (6 campuses) · Trade School · Public

100% accept

Comprehensive technical and workforce programs at affordable community college prices across the north Houston area.

Cost (In-State)
$2,016/semester (in-district)
Avg Financial Aid
$5,200/year
Job Placement
85%
Program Length
1-2 years
Students
8,000
Website

Midwestern State University

Wichita Falls, TX · Universitie · Public

77% accept

Small public university offering personalized education. Strong programs in nursing, radiologic science, and business. Part of UT System.

Avg GPA
3.00
SAT Range
870–1130
ACT Range
16–24
Cost (In-State)
$9,900/year
Avg Financial Aid
$9,000/year
Students
5,760
Website

North American Trade Schools (NATS)

Houston, TX · Trade School · Private

100% accept

Specialized trade school in Houston focusing on electrical, HVAC, and plumbing trades with accelerated programs.

Cost (In-State)
$14,000 - $20,000/program
Avg Financial Aid
$5,500/year
Job Placement
83%
Program Length
7-10 months
Students
500
Website

Prairie View A&M University

Prairie View, TX · Universitie · Public

83% accept

Historically Black University (HBCU) and member of the Texas A&M University System. Strong programs in engineering, nursing, and education.

Avg GPA
3.00
SAT Range
830–1080
ACT Range
15–22
Cost (In-State)
$11,364/year
Avg Financial Aid
$12,500/year
Students
9,305
Website

Prairie View A&M University College of Nursing

Houston, TX · Nursing School · Public

50% accept

HBCU nursing program in the Texas Medical Center area. Focused on increasing diversity in the nursing workforce.

Avg GPA
3.10
SAT Range
830–1080
ACT Range
15–22
Cost (In-State)
$11,364/year
Avg Financial Aid
$12,000/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
82.5%
Clinical Hours
700
Students
300
Website

Rice University

Houston, TX · Universitie · Private

8.7% accept

Elite private research university consistently ranked among top 20 nationally. Known for small class sizes, strong STEM programs, and generous financial aid.

Avg GPA
3.96
SAT Range
1470–1570
ACT Range
33–36
Cost (In-State)
$54,960/year
Avg Financial Aid
$47,000/year
Students
4,494
Website

Sam Houston State University

Huntsville, TX · Universitie · Public

82% accept

Growing public university known for criminal justice, education, and performing arts programs. Part of the Texas State University System.

Avg GPA
3.20
SAT Range
960–1190
ACT Range
18–25
Cost (In-State)
$10,422/year
Avg Financial Aid
$9,800/year
Students
21,640
Website

Sam Houston State University School of Nursing

Huntsville, TX · Nursing School · Public

40% accept

Growing nursing program in Southeast Texas with strong community health focus and affordable tuition.

Avg GPA
3.20
SAT Range
960–1190
ACT Range
18–25
Cost (In-State)
$10,422/year
Avg Financial Aid
$9,500/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
88.5%
Clinical Hours
750
Students
350
Website

San Jacinto College

Pasadena/Houston, TX (3 campuses) · Community College · Public

100% accept

Community college serving east Harris County, known for strong petrochemical, maritime, and health programs.

Cost (In-State)
$2,370/semester (in-district)
Avg Financial Aid
$5,000/year
Students
45,000
Website

San Jacinto College - Technical Programs

Pasadena/Houston, TX · Trade School · Public

100% accept

Community college with nationally recognized petrochemical and maritime technical programs on the Houston Ship Channel.

Cost (In-State)
$2,370/semester (in-district)
Avg Financial Aid
$5,000/year
Job Placement
91%
Program Length
1-2 years
Students
6,000
Website

Southern Careers Institute

Austin, San Antonio, Corpus Christi, Brownsville, Pharr, TX · Trade School · Private

100% accept

Multi-campus trade school across South and Central Texas offering healthcare, business, and technical programs.

Cost (In-State)
$12,000 - $22,000/program
Avg Financial Aid
$6,000/year
Job Placement
80%
Program Length
6-12 months
Students
2,000
Website

Southern Methodist University

Dallas, TX · Universitie · Private

49% accept

Prestigious private university in Dallas known for strong business, law, and engineering programs. Beautiful campus near Highland Park.

Avg GPA
3.70
SAT Range
1300–1490
ACT Range
29–34
Cost (In-State)
$62,238/year
Avg Financial Aid
$35,000/year
Students
12,508
Website

St. Edward's University

Austin, TX · Universitie · Private

79% accept

Private Catholic university atop a scenic hilltop in South Austin. Known for strong liberal arts education, small class sizes, and Austin career connections.

Avg GPA
3.45
SAT Range
1060–1300
ACT Range
22–29
Cost (In-State)
$48,744/year
Avg Financial Aid
$25,000/year
Students
3,851
Website

Stephen F. Austin State University

Nacogdoches, TX · Universitie · Public

81% accept

Public university in East Texas known for forestry, education, and a strong sense of community. Recently joined UT System.

Avg GPA
3.10
SAT Range
910–1160
ACT Range
17–24
Cost (In-State)
$10,950/year
Avg Financial Aid
$9,800/year
Students
12,441
Website

Tarleton State University

Stephenville, TX · Universitie · Public

78% accept

Member of Texas A&M University System known for affordable education, strong agriculture, nursing, and education programs.

Avg GPA
3.10
SAT Range
910–1160
ACT Range
17–24
Cost (In-State)
$9,600/year
Avg Financial Aid
$9,500/year
Students
15,637
Website

Tarrant County College

Fort Worth, TX (6 campuses) · Community College · Public

100% accept

Major community college system serving Tarrant County with comprehensive academic and workforce programs.

Cost (In-State)
$1,800/semester (in-district)
Avg Financial Aid
$4,600/year
Students
48,000
Website

TCU Harris College of Nursing & Health Sciences

Fort Worth, TX · Nursing School · Private

25% accept

Private nursing school offering personalized education with excellent clinical partnerships across the DFW area.

Avg GPA
3.55
SAT Range
1150–1370
ACT Range
25–31
Cost (In-State)
$45,000/year
Avg Financial Aid
$22,000/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
95%
Clinical Hours
850
Students
350
Website

Texas A&M College of Nursing

College Station, TX · Nursing School · Public

25% accept

Growing nursing college within one of the nation's largest universities. Offers BSN, MSN, and DNP with rural and military health focus areas.

Avg GPA
3.60
SAT Range
1100–1380
ACT Range
24–31
Cost (In-State)
$11,000/year
Avg Financial Aid
$11,000/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
93.8%
Clinical Hours
850
Students
600
Website

Texas A&M University

College Station, TX · Universitie · Public

63.2% accept

One of the largest universities in the nation with a strong tradition of service, leadership, and Aggie Spirit. Top programs in engineering, agriculture, and business.

Avg GPA
3.68
SAT Range
1140–1410
ACT Range
24–32
Cost (In-State)
$12,413/year
Avg Financial Aid
$14,200/year
Students
74,829
Website

Texas A&M University-Commerce

Commerce, TX · Universitie · Public

56% accept

Growing A&M System university northeast of Dallas. Known for education, agriculture, music, and expanding health sciences.

Avg GPA
3.00
SAT Range
860–1120
ACT Range
16–24
Cost (In-State)
$10,100/year
Avg Financial Aid
$9,500/year
Students
12,091
Website

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi, TX · Universitie · Public

87% accept

Island university on the Gulf Coast. Known for marine biology, nursing, and engineering programs with unique coastal research opportunities.

Avg GPA
3.05
SAT Range
890–1140
ACT Range
16–24
Cost (In-State)
$10,656/year
Avg Financial Aid
$9,600/year
Students
11,335
Website

Texas A&M University-Kingsville

Kingsville, TX · Universitie · Public

88% accept

South Texas university known for engineering, agriculture, and natural gas engineering. Part of the Texas A&M System.

Avg GPA
2.90
SAT Range
830–1080
ACT Range
15–22
Cost (In-State)
$9,460/year
Avg Financial Aid
$10,000/year
Students
7,458
Website

Texas Christian University

Fort Worth, TX · Universitie · Private

40.2% accept

Private university in Fort Worth offering a personalized education with strong programs in business, communications, nursing, and fine arts.

Avg GPA
3.60
SAT Range
1170–1390
ACT Range
25–32
Cost (In-State)
$56,700/year
Avg Financial Aid
$28,000/year
Students
12,261
Website

Texas Southern University

Houston, TX · Universitie · Public

77% accept

Prominent HBCU in Houston offering a wide range of programs. Known for law, pharmacy, and producing more African American professionals than most universities.

Avg GPA
2.85
SAT Range
800–1040
ACT Range
14–21
Cost (In-State)
$10,804/year
Avg Financial Aid
$11,000/year
Students
9,258
Website

Texas State Technical College - Harlingen

Harlingen, TX · Trade School · Public

100% accept

TSTC campus in the Rio Grande Valley specializing in automotive, welding, and precision machining programs.

Cost (In-State)
$5,500 - $8,000/semester
Avg Financial Aid
$6,500/year
Job Placement
90%
Program Length
1-2 years
Students
2,500
Website

Texas State Technical College (TSTC)

Waco, TX (+ 9 campuses statewide) · Trade School · Public

100% accept

The only state-supported technical college system in Texas. Offers over 100 programs across 10 campuses with a Money-Back Guarantee.

Cost (In-State)
$5,500 - $8,000/semester
Avg Financial Aid
$6,500/year
Job Placement
92%
Program Length
1-2 years
Students
13,000
Website

Texas State University

San Marcos, TX · Universitie · Public

84.5% accept

Growing public university located between Austin and San Antonio. Known for criminal justice, health professions, education, and emerging engineering programs.

Avg GPA
3.20
SAT Range
1000–1210
ACT Range
19–26
Cost (In-State)
$11,792/year
Avg Financial Aid
$9,800/year
Students
38,376
Website

Texas State University St. David's School of Nursing

Round Rock, TX · Nursing School · Public

35% accept

Nursing school affiliated with St. David's HealthCare, located at the Round Rock campus between Austin and Georgetown.

Avg GPA
3.30
SAT Range
1000–1210
ACT Range
19–26
Cost (In-State)
$11,792/year
Avg Financial Aid
$9,500/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
90.8%
Clinical Hours
800
Students
450
Website

Texas Tech University

Lubbock, TX · Universitie · Public

72.4% accept

Major public research university in West Texas known for engineering, agriculture, business, and health sciences. Strong school spirit and growing academic reputation.

Avg GPA
3.45
SAT Range
1060–1290
ACT Range
21–28
Cost (In-State)
$11,380/year
Avg Financial Aid
$10,500/year
Students
40,666
Website

Texas Tech University HSC School of Nursing

Lubbock, TX · Nursing School · Public

35% accept

Multi-campus nursing school serving West Texas and beyond. Strong focus on rural and underserved community health.

Avg GPA
3.40
SAT Range
1000–1280
ACT Range
20–28
Cost (In-State)
$10,000/year
Avg Financial Aid
$9,500/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
91.3%
Clinical Hours
800
Students
550
Website

Texas Woman's University

Denton, TX · Universitie · Public

86% accept

Largest university in the US primarily for women. Nationally recognized nursing, health sciences, and education programs.

Avg GPA
3.20
SAT Range
920–1170
ACT Range
17–25
Cost (In-State)
$10,186/year
Avg Financial Aid
$10,200/year
Students
16,261
Website

Texas Woman's University College of Nursing

Denton, TX (+ Dallas, Houston) · Nursing School · Public

40% accept

Largest nursing program in Texas with three campus locations. Comprehensive programs from BSN to PhD with strong online options.

Avg GPA
3.30
SAT Range
920–1170
ACT Range
17–25
Cost (In-State)
$9,000/year
Avg Financial Aid
$9,500/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
89.5%
Clinical Hours
750
Students
2,500
Website

Trinity University

San Antonio, TX · Universitie · Private

32% accept

Highly selective private liberal arts university known for strong undergraduate teaching, pre-med, business, and engineering programs.

Avg GPA
3.65
SAT Range
1230–1440
ACT Range
27–33
Cost (In-State)
$49,920/year
Avg Financial Aid
$32,000/year
Students
2,658
Website

Tulsa Welding School - Houston

Houston, TX · Trade School · Private

100% accept

Premier welding and HVAC training school in the Houston energy corridor. Short-term programs designed for rapid career entry.

Cost (In-State)
$18,000 - $24,000/program
Avg Financial Aid
$7,000/year
Job Placement
87%
Program Length
7-9 months
Students
600
Website

Universal Technical Institute (UTI)

Houston, TX · Trade School · Private

100% accept

Leading automotive and diesel technology school with manufacturer-specific training programs from BMW, Mercedes-Benz, NASCAR, and more.

Cost (In-State)
$20,000 - $45,000/program
Avg Financial Aid
$10,000/year
Job Placement
88%
Program Length
11-18 months
Students
1,200
Website

University of Dallas

Irving, TX · Universitie · Private

58% accept

Private Catholic liberal arts university emphasizing the Western intellectual tradition. Known for strong humanities core and Rome semester program.

Avg GPA
3.55
SAT Range
1130–1380
ACT Range
24–31
Cost (In-State)
$45,430/year
Avg Financial Aid
$28,000/year
Students
2,700
Website

University of Houston

Houston, TX · Universitie · Public

66.3% accept

Major public research university in the nation's 4th largest city. Known for engineering, business, and its diverse, dynamic student body.

Avg GPA
3.45
SAT Range
1080–1310
ACT Range
22–29
Cost (In-State)
$11,634/year
Avg Financial Aid
$11,000/year
Students
47,090
Website

University of Houston College of Nursing

Houston, TX · Nursing School · Public

30% accept

Growing nursing college in Houston with strong community health focus and Texas Medical Center partnerships.

Avg GPA
3.40
SAT Range
1050–1300
ACT Range
22–29
Cost (In-State)
$12,000/year
Avg Financial Aid
$10,500/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
91%
Clinical Hours
800
Students
500
Website

University of North Texas

Denton, TX · Universitie · Public

75.1% accept

One of the most diverse and fastest-growing universities in Texas. Known for music, journalism, logistics, and information science programs.

Avg GPA
3.30
SAT Range
1010–1250
ACT Range
20–27
Cost (In-State)
$11,442/year
Avg Financial Aid
$10,200/year
Students
44,614
Website

University of Texas at Austin

Austin, TX · Universitie · Public

31.8% accept

Flagship public university and a top research institution. UT Austin is known for business, engineering, law, and its vibrant campus culture.

Avg GPA
3.85
SAT Range
1230–1500
ACT Range
27–34
Cost (In-State)
$11,448/year
Avg Financial Aid
$12,500/year
Students
52,384
Website

UT Arlington

Arlington, TX · Universitie · Public

82% accept

Major research university in the DFW Metroplex. Known for strong nursing, engineering, and computer science programs with excellent online offerings.

Avg GPA
3.20
SAT Range
970–1220
ACT Range
19–26
Cost (In-State)
$10,870/year
Avg Financial Aid
$10,200/year
Students
43,863
Website

UT Arlington College of Nursing & Health Innovation

Arlington, TX · Nursing School · Public

35% accept

One of the largest nursing programs in the nation. Known for top-ranked online nursing programs and producing more BSN graduates than any school in Texas.

Avg GPA
3.35
SAT Range
970–1220
ACT Range
19–26
Cost (In-State)
$10,000/year
Avg Financial Aid
$9,800/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
88.9%
Clinical Hours
750
Students
3,000
Website

UT Austin School of Nursing

Austin, TX · Nursing School · Public

18% accept

Top-ranked nursing school offering BSN, MSN, DNP, and PhD programs. Known for research excellence and clinical partnerships across Central Texas.

Avg GPA
3.75
SAT Range
1200–1470
ACT Range
26–33
Cost (In-State)
$12,000/year
Avg Financial Aid
$10,000/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
95.2%
Clinical Hours
900
Students
700
Website

UT Dallas

Richardson, TX · Universitie · Public

81% accept

Rising UT System university with exceptional STEM and business programs. Known for computer science, engineering, and the Naveen Jindal School of Management.

Avg GPA
3.75
SAT Range
1220–1460
ACT Range
27–33
Cost (In-State)
$14,576/year
Avg Financial Aid
$13,000/year
Students
31,659
Website

UT El Paso

El Paso, TX · Universitie · Public

99% accept

R1 research university on the US-Mexico border. Known for mining engineering, education, and serving a predominantly Hispanic student body.

Avg GPA
3.05
SAT Range
870–1130
ACT Range
16–24
Cost (In-State)
$8,746/year
Avg Financial Aid
$9,200/year
Students
24,003
Website

UT Health Houston - Cizik School of Nursing

Houston, TX · Nursing School · Public

20% accept

Part of the Texas Medical Center, the world's largest medical complex. Offers comprehensive nursing programs with unparalleled clinical exposure.

Avg GPA
3.65
SAT Range
1100–1380
ACT Range
24–31
Cost (In-State)
$14,000/year
Avg Financial Aid
$12,000/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
94.5%
Clinical Hours
1000
Students
850
Website

UT Health San Antonio School of Nursing

San Antonio, TX · Nursing School · Public

28% accept

Part of the South Texas Medical Center. Strong programs in community health, family nursing, and research.

Avg GPA
3.50
SAT Range
1050–1330
ACT Range
22–29
Cost (In-State)
$13,000/year
Avg Financial Aid
$11,000/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
92.7%
Clinical Hours
850
Students
500
Website

UT Rio Grande Valley

Edinburg, TX · Universitie · Public

91% accept

Newest UT System university serving the Rio Grande Valley. Strong in health sciences, STEM, and bilingual education.

Avg GPA
3.00
SAT Range
860–1120
ACT Range
15–23
Cost (In-State)
$8,590/year
Avg Financial Aid
$10,500/year
Students
32,074
Website

UT San Antonio

San Antonio, TX · Universitie · Public

87.5% accept

Largest university in San Antonio and a growing research institution. Known for cybersecurity, business, and engineering programs.

Avg GPA
3.15
SAT Range
980–1220
ACT Range
19–26
Cost (In-State)
$10,300/year
Avg Financial Aid
$10,000/year
Students
34,731
Website

UT Tyler School of Nursing

Tyler, TX · Nursing School · Public

45% accept

Affordable nursing school in East Texas with strong online programs and clinical partnerships across the region.

Avg GPA
3.20
SAT Range
920–1170
ACT Range
18–25
Cost (In-State)
$9,500/year
Avg Financial Aid
$9,000/year
NCLEX Pass Rate
90.2%
Clinical Hours
750
Students
400
Website

West Texas A&M University

Canyon, TX · Universitie · Public

71% accept

Regional university in the Texas Panhandle offering strong programs in agriculture, business, nursing, and education at affordable costs.

Avg GPA
3.10
SAT Range
900–1150
ACT Range
17–24
Cost (In-State)
$9,340/year
Avg Financial Aid
$8,500/year
Students
10,054
Website

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