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Texas A&M University-San Antonio vs University of Houston-Clear Lake

Side by side on admissions, cost, and fit, from the same verified school records.

Texas A&M University-San Antonio University of Houston-Clear Lake
Acceptance rate lower = more selective 93% 91%
SAT range (mid 50%) 840-1,070 970-1,150
ACT range (mid 50%) 15-21 20-25
Average net price what students actually pay after aid $11,196 $15,563
Sticker cost of attendance $21,655 $24,622
Graduation rate 40% 52%
Retention rate 66% 74%
Undergraduates 6,599 6,078
Student-faculty ratio 18:1 15:1
Setting San Antonio, TX Houston, TX
Type Public Public
Application fee $30 n/a
Test policy Test-optional n/a

Highlighted values mark the stronger figure on cost and outcomes. Verified for the 2025-2026 cycle.

Common questions

Is Texas A&M University-San Antonio or University of Houston-Clear Lake harder to get into?

University of Houston-Clear Lake is more selective, with a 91% acceptance rate versus 93% at Texas A&M University-San Antonio. Both should be treated as reaches unless your stats sit at or above the mid-50% range shown above.

Which is cheaper, Texas A&M University-San Antonio or University of Houston-Clear Lake?

Texas A&M University-San Antonio has the lower average net price ($11,196 versus $15,563). Net price is what families actually pay after grants and scholarships, so it is a truer comparison than sticker price. Run each school's net price calculator for your own income.