Houghton University
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. a private nonprofit school with 753 students.
About This School
Houghton University is a private nonprofit institution located in Houghton, New York with approximately 753 undergraduate students enrolled. Houghton University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 89%. The average net price after financial aid is $20,519 per year. The graduation rate is 65%, and the typical graduate earns $42,400 within 10 years of enrollment.
Houghton University is a private Christian liberal arts college in Houghton, New York, United States. Houghton was founded in 1883 by Willard J. Houghton and is affiliated with the Wesleyan Church. Houghton serves roughly 1000 students and has 54 degree majors for primarily undergraduate students.
This small Christian liberal arts college in rural western New York is worth considering if you're looking for a faith-integrated education with a tight-knit community and a manageable debt load — graduates leave with a median of just $20,313 in debt, which is relatively low. That said, the 65% graduation rate is a real concern, meaning roughly 1 in 3 students who start here don't finish, and median earnings of $42,400 a decade out suggest limited financial upside for most graduates. It's a good fit for students who prioritize the Wesleyan Christian environment and small-school community over career earnings or prestige.
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 22% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (753 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
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Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
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