Online Christian Education

Our in-demand online degrees prepare you for the most sought-after career paths. Don’t just earn degrees—build the foundation for a meaningful, successful career guided by purpose and faith-informed values. Experience the HCU difference, where academic excellence meets real-world opportunity.

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Awards

Military Friendly School Gold Status
HCU Earns 2025-26 Military Friendly Schools® Gold Standard Ranking
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HCU Named Among the Best Online Christian Colleges & Universities
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HCU Named Among the Best Online Colleges in Texas

Online Tuition Comparison

Bar graph highlights Houston Christian University’s tuition among seven universities, with rates from $49,800 to $68,760.
Bar graph highlights Houston Christian University's online tuition among seven schools, ranging from $49,800 to $68,760.
Data Published From Tuition Data (2021)

Why HCU?

Accessible

Your courses are at any time of the day so that you may complete coursework when it is convenient for you. HCU Online is an ideal option for students looking to attend school on their own schedule.

Holistic Education

HCU integrates faith and reason in its academics so you are prepared not only for your career, but for a meaningful life in service to God.

High-quality Education

HCU has a 60-year academic tradition focused on faith and quality of learning. With our accreditation, you’re getting a quality education recognized nationwide.

Affordable

HCU has some of the lowest tuition available today. We want to provide a convenient opportunity to earn your degree, but also desire to keep our tuition among the lowest in the nation.

Accredited Education

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) Accredited

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20%
online students outside Texas
46
states represented
7
foreign countries with students
Faith Wilson
“The online program doesn’t place any limits on you. HCU gives you everything you need to succeed. All of my professors have been wonderful. HCU is like family, and the faith component is important to me. I absolutely cannot say enough wonderful things about HCU.”
— Faith Wilson