Colleges in Texas

There are 201 accredited colleges and universities in Texas. They admit an average of 72% of applicants, and the average net price after aid is $15,423 per year. Compare acceptance rates, SAT/ACT scores, and net prices — and see your personal admission chances for free.

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By Admit Coach editorial · GPTKIDS LLC · Methodology · Updated August 2026

Source: IPEDS & College Scorecard (U.S. Department of Education). Data updated April 2026.

Top Colleges in Texas

The most selective and highly ranked accredited universities in Texas. Click any school for its acceptance rate, SAT/ACT scores, net price, and a free admission-chance estimate.

UniversityLocationAcceptance Rate
Rice UniversityHouston, TX8%
The University of Texas at AustinAustin, TX29%
Trinity UniversitySan Antonio, TX28%
The University of Texas Health Science Center at HoustonHouston, TX28%
Baptist Missionary Association Theological SeminaryJacksonville, TX23%
Texas Christian UniversityFort Worth, TX43%
LeTourneau UniversityLongview, TX41%
Southwestern UniversityGeorgetown, TX39%
Austin CollegeSherman, TX47%
Southern Methodist UniversityDallas, TX61%
Baylor UniversityWaco, TX51%
University of DallasIrving, TX54%
The University of Texas at DallasRichardson, TX66%
Texas A&M University-College StationCollege Station, TX63%
Paul Quinn CollegeDallas, TX34%
Abilene Christian UniversityAbilene, TX64%
University of HoustonHouston, TX70%
Southwestern Adventist UniversityKeene, TX56%
Texas Tech UniversityLubbock, TX71%
McMurry UniversityAbilene, TX58%
Texas A & M International UniversityLaredo, TX46%
The Chicago School at DallasPlano, TX40%
University of North TexasDenton, TX72%
Texas Wesleyan UniversityFort Worth, TX62%
Howard Payne UniversityBrownwood, TX68%
Lubbock Christian UniversityLubbock, TX73%
University of St ThomasHouston, TX93%
Houston Christian UniversityHouston, TX85%
The University of Texas at ArlingtonArlington, TX81%
University of Houston-VictoriaVictoria, TX77%

Data from IPEDS & College Scorecard. Browse all 3,500+ universities →

Most Affordable Colleges in Texas

Universities in Texas with the lowest average net price after grants and scholarships (federal College Scorecard data).

UniversityLocationAvg Net Price
South Texas CollegeMcAllen, TX$1,751
Lamar State College-Port ArthurPort Arthur, TX$2,846
Victoria CollegeVictoria, TX$3,043
Texas Southmost CollegeBrownsville, TX$3,085
El Paso Community CollegeEl Paso, TX$3,206
Dallas CollegeDallas, TX$3,214
Del Mar CollegeCorpus Christi, TX$3,399
Western Texas CollegeSnyder, TX$3,562
Texas A & M International UniversityLaredo, TX$3,637
Trinity Valley Community CollegeAthens, TX$4,092
Coastal Bend CollegeBeeville, TX$4,237
St Philip's CollegeSan Antonio, TX$4,273

Data from IPEDS & College Scorecard. Browse all 3,500+ universities →

Frequently Asked Questions

How many colleges are in Texas?

There are 201 accredited colleges and universities in Texas in Admit Coach's database, sourced from federal IPEDS data. They admit an average of 72% of applicants and cost about $15,423 per year after aid.

What is the best college in Texas?

Rice University is the highest nationally ranked university in Texas. The best college depends on your major, budget, and admission chances, though. Admit Coach ranks all 201 Texas colleges by your personal fit using your GPA and test scores, not just national reputation.

What is the average cost of college in Texas?

The average net price — the real cost after grants and scholarships — at colleges in Texas is about $15,423 per year. Admit Coach shows net price by five income brackets for every school, so you see the estimate for your family's income bracket, not just the sticker price.

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