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Official website
www.uth.tmc.eduUSAQS #5 World📊 Live dataPartial catalogue
UT Health Science Center Houston
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston) is a public research university located in Houston, Texas. It is part of the University of Texas System and is dedicated to the advancement of health sciences. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, including medicine, nursing, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, and biomedical sciences. UTHealth Houston is known for its strong research programs and its commitment to providing excellent healthcare education and research opportunities.
Key Facts
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QS World #150 · 2023US News #180 · 2023Times Higher Education #200 · 2023Shanghai #120 · 2022
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, 200 acres
UT Health Science Center Houston offers a unique blend of urban and suburban living, with a diverse student body and a strong emphasis on academic rigor. The campus is spread over 200 acres, providing ample space for students to engage in various activities and sports.
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
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Diversity
7/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
9/10
Social scene
Weather: Mild, rainy winters
Living costs: High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
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Career Outcomes
0% placement rate
The university has a strong focus on preparing students for careers in the healthcare field, with a high placement rate and a variety of internship opportunities. Graduates have gone on to work in top hospitals and healthcare facilities across the country.
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Student Life
25,000 students (5,000 international)
Campus: Urban, 200 acres
Climate: Mild, rainy winters
High — budget £1.2k+/mo excluding tuition
The student body is diverse, with students from all over the world. The university offers a wide range of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in, ensuring a vibrant campus life.
LibrarySports ComplexResearch LabsStudent HousingCafeteria
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 45.5%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
The university has an acceptance rate of 45.5%, making it a competitive institution to get into. The best time to apply is between December and March for the Fall semester, with rolling admissions for some schools.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 45.5%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.5
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school