At Houston Christian University, academic excellence meets spiritual purpose. With eight schools offering more than 70 majors, HCU empowers you to embrace your higher calling—transforming potential into passionate, purpose-driven leadership through on-campus and online learning.
A Higher Education
- 2,819
- undergraduate students in 2025-2026
- 17:1
- student-faculty ratio
- 86%
- ethnic diversity
- 2,809
- students on campus in 2025-2026
Start Your Admissions Journey
In just a few simple steps, you can apply online with no essay component and no fee for undergraduate applications. You’ll also receive a quick decision. Previously admitted and visiting students should not re-apply.
Admissions for First-Time Applicants
If this is your first time applying to HCU, review the special admissions instructions for your student classification at the links below. Then apply using the appropriate application in the next section.
Start Your Application
First-time applicants should complete the on-campus or online student application. Previous applicants, students, or visiting students should not re-apply. Instead, read the Special Instructions below and complete the special form.
Special Admissions Instructions
If you are applying as one of these special student statuses, review the special instructions for each.
Homeschool Freshmen
If your primary or secondary level education was homeschool, rather than in a public or private institutional school setting, visit Homeschool student admissions and then complete the freshmen application.
Veterans
Active or former military: Please complete our freshman or transfer application. Then, follow the Incoming Veteran Checklist and contact our Office of Veteran Affairs for guidance through the benefits process.
Post-Baccalaureate
Students with a bachelors degree who are seeking a second degree or taking undergraduate courses for other reasons, such as taking prerequisites for med school. Apply using the transfer application and send the official transcript from the college where your degree was earned.
Admitted and Visiting Students
If it’s not your first time applying, or you just want to take classes to transfer, follow instructions specific to your pathway.
Previous Applicants
If you were admitted within the last year but did not attend, you don’t need to re-apply. Instead, complete the online update form and select your desired entry term. If it has been more than a year since you were accepted, you need to re-apply.
Previous HCU Students
If you have previously attended HCU, took a break from school for one or more semesters, and wish to return to complete your degree, please follow the readmission process.
Visiting Students
Current undergraduate students at a university other than HCU who desire to enroll at HCU for a single term with the intention of taking the credit back to their university. Read the Visiting Student procedures.
Get to Know Us
Become a part of a Christian university committed to academic excellence, the enrichment of spiritual lives and the development of moral character. Our programs are designed to foster meaningful discussion around the questions that matter, and the ideas that shape the world.
HCU At a Glance
You will feel at home at HCU. The university has a very diverse student population from many different cultural backgrounds.
A Worthwhile Investment
The numbers can be daunting, but most HCU students are eligible for scholarships, and merit awards are approved automatically when you apply. We'll also set you up for career success and connect you with potential employers.
A Higher Education
Inside or outside of the classroom, we give you a foundation you will build upon the rest of your life. You'll have countless opportunities to grow in your faith in community and transform your mind with truth.
Visit Campus
Take a Tour of Your New Home.
If you want to visit our campus, we have plenty of options. Attend one of our group campus tour events, schedule a personal tour, or browse the virtual tour.
Contact Admissions
