college by Joniah Ingram

Basic Info

s1810483_1 — 2025-04-22 20:09:20 UTC

Location: Houston Tx

Public (HBCU) majority of black people
As of the 2023–2024 academic year, Texas Southern University (TSU) in Houston enrolls approximately 8,469 students
women representing about 66% of the total enrollment and men accounting for 34%
Type of school: Public vs
private, University of
Houston vs. Rice University,
special college?
Student body: # of students,
% of male/female, % of
different ethnicities

Pro & Cons

s1810483_1 — 2025-04-29 03:20:46 UTC

Positives:

📌 Historically Black College & University (HBCU) Legacy
📌 Affordability & Financial Aid
📌 Location
📌 Strong Programs
📌 Tight-Knit Campus Community
Negatives:
- 📌 Campus Infrastructure
- 📌 Academic Reputation
- 📌 Campus Safety Concerns
- 📌 Administrative Efficiency
- 📌 Limited On-Campus Housing

Tuition cost

s1810483_1 — 2025-04-29 03:51:59 UTC

Tuition & Fees: $9,174
Room & Board: $10,914
Books & Supplies: $1,654
Personal Expenses: $3,222
Transportation: $2,806

Total Estimated Cost: $27,770

Admission requirements

s1810483_1 — 2025-04-29 03:54:19 UTC

TSU does not mandate specific high school coursework for admission. However, a solid academic foundation in core subjects is recommended to ensure college readiness.
A minimum cumulative high school GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale is required for unconditional admission.
TSU has adopted a test-optional policy; submission of SAT or ACT scores is not mandatory for admission. However, if submitted, they will be considered during the admissions process.
Applicants graduating in the top 25% of their high school class with a GPA of 3.0 or higher are eligible for automatic admission.
Total Applications Received: 8,582
Total Students Accepted: 8,307
Acceptance Rate: Approximately 97%

Financial Aid offered/Traditions provided

s1810483_1 — 2025-04-29 03:57:11 UTC

Grants (Need-Based Aid — No Repayment Required)
Scholarships (Merit-Based or Need-Based — No Repayment)
Loans (Must Be Repaid)
Work-Study
Traditions
- 📌 Tiger Walk
- 📌 Homecoming Week
- 📌 Greek Life
- 📌 Founder’s Day
- 📌 “Ocean of Soul” Marching Band
- 📌 Tiger Nation Rally

Reason to apply

s1810483_1 — 2025-04-29 04:04:06 UTC

This college represents a space where my identity, history, and aspirations are valued, celebrated, and nurtured. This college also provides health sciences and public service, especially in serving underrepresented and underserved communities, perfectly complementing my goals.