University of Houston-Clear Lake

University of Houston-Clear Lake is moderately difficult to get into. The acceptance rate at University of Houston-Clear Lake is 69%. Out of 1,985 applications received in 2023, 1,377 students were offered admission.

If you are planning on applying to University of Houston-Clear Lake, the regular decision application deadline is August 1 and the fee for the application is $45.

University of Houston-Clear Lake Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of University of Houston-Clear Lake's admissions stats.

University of Houston-Clear Lake 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	19%
Mean SAT Score	1083
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	71%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	8%
Waitlist	No

University of Houston-Clear Lake Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Houston-Clear Lake.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	8 1	–

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University of Houston-Clear Lake does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Discover a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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Transferring to University of Houston-Clear Lake

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Houston-Clear Lake

University of Houston-Clear Lake has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of Houston-Clear Lake?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at University of Houston-Clear Lake

Curious about the factors that are considered by University of Houston-Clear Lake during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Class Rank	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Houston-Clear Lake for more information on admission factors.

University of Houston-Clear Lake 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of Houston-Clear Lake, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with University of Houston-Clear Lake's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	√	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	2	–
Other Requirements	√	–	–	State of Texas Uniform Admission Policy criteria
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Houston-Clear Lake?

Students admitted to University of Houston-Clear Lake have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 83% submitted a class rank. At University of Houston-Clear Lake 19% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 28% were in the top 25% and 84% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Houston-Clear Lake, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	23.7%
3.75 and 3.99	17.5%
3.50 and 3.74	23.3%
3.25 and 3.49	17.6%
3.00 and 3.24	14.6%
2.50 and 2.9	3.3%
2.00 and 2.49	–

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to University of Houston-Clear Lake directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

University of Houston-Clear Lake is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 71% of University of Houston-Clear Lake's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 8% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Houston-Clear Lake?

To be competitive with other University of Houston-Clear Lake applicants, you should aim to earn between 100 and 1160 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Houston-Clear Lake 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1160 and 25% of scored lower than 100, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a University of Houston-Clear Lake student is 1083.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Houston-Clear Lake students scored 590 or higher and 75% of students scored 490 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Houston-Clear Lake students scored 583 or higher, and 75% scored a 490 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of Houston-Clear Lake, you should strive to earn between 19 and 23.3 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 23.3 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Houston-Clear Lake's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 23.3, and three out of four students scored lower than 23.3 on the ACT.

A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Houston-Clear Lake students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

More Information on Transferring to University of Houston-Clear Lake

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Houston-Clear Lake. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Houston-Clear Lake during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of Houston-Clear Lake Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Houston-Clear Lake?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Houston-Clear Lake.

Does University of Houston-Clear Lake accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Houston-Clear Lake accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Houston-Clear Lake accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of Houston-Clear Lake accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Houston-Clear Lake accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Houston-Clear Lake?

❌ No, University of Houston-Clear Lake is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is University of Houston-Clear Lake's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of Houston-Clear Lake is 69%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Houston-Clear Lake?

❌ University of Houston-Clear Lake does not offer early decision.

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