Houston Christian University is proud to offer students A Higher Education. By incorporating faith, reason, and the liberal arts into our core curriculum, we seek to provide both undergraduate and graduate students with an education that isn’t based solely on preparation for a future career, but is founded on the teachings of Christ. What we provide is an education that provides our students with the tools they need to be compassionate and strong leaders, both in their careers and in their communities. We ultimately strive to send our students out into the world with a better understanding of how to live a fulfilling, accomplished, and righteous life.
Caring Community in the Heart of Houston
A University that Shapes Your Future
Leading the way in academic programs taught by experienced professors
HCU offers over 112 undergraduate majors, pre-professional programs, and graduate level degrees. Our academic advisors will help you identify the path that best fits your interests, and our team of student support specialists will ensure you have access to the resources you need for success.
HCU’s Christian Liberal Arts Core Curriculum integrates faith and reason, preparing you for meaningful lives in service to God through your career and community activities. Learn more about why to choose a Christian college and how our Ten Pillars convictions shapes our education.
An intimate learning environment that propels you to success
Our small, highly interactive classes and dedicated faculty mentors ensure a personalized academic experience and enhanced opportunities for every student to succeed.
From internships and alumni networking events to our Office of Career and Calling, HCU provides many resources to help you transition into your professional life after graduation. After you turn the tassel on graduation day, you’ll join a growing community of HCU alumni who are making an impact in Houston and across the world.
Career and Calling
We'll help you get hired! Explore your life calling through personal discovery and vocational exploration and preparation, or connect with future employers through internships and career fairs. Wherever you're called, we're with you every step of the way.
Spiritual Life: An Eternal Investment
Invest in your soul and your career. With multiple weekly worship services and Bible studies offered seven days per week, you can grow in your faith, character, and calling while you prepare for your future.
A Vibrant, Supportive Community
There are dozens of clubs and organizations for students to participate in on campus. Intramural sports, cultural clubs, and professional programs allow students to forge the kind of friendships and memories that they will treasure for a lifetime.
A Home Away From Home
Live and study on a beautiful campus complete with all the comforts of home, and so much more! Located in the vibrant city of Houston, Texas, HCU offers students access to one of the nation’s top destinations for career growth and opportunity.
The Resources to Succeed
Generous Financial Aid
Over 97% of our students receive generous scholarships. Our Financial Aid team is here to help connect students and parents with the resources they need to make A Higher Education as affordable as possible. As part of our mission to graduate leaders who measure success by the number of lives they touch, HCU works hard to provide financial opportunities and address affordability issues. We have numerous academic, talent, leadership, merit, athletic and alumni scholarships and grants available to finance your education.
Accreditation
Houston Christian University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate degrees. For questions about accreditation, contact SACSCOC at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033, call (404) 679-4500, or visit www.sacscoc.org.