Excellence is Affordable.

Discover how you can afford a high-quality, Christ-centered education.

Experience affordable excellence at Houghton University, where a high-quality, Christ-centered education is within reach. Our commitment to academic rigor and spiritual growth prepares students for their fearless next steps. Learn more about how you CAN afford a Christ-centered education.

Scholarships and Grants

Students may be eligible for a variety of merit based, endowed, music, and Founder’s Promise Scholarships. Additional grants can also apply.

Highlander Academic Scholarship

$8,000

3.75-4.0 GPA

Provost Academic Scholarship

$6,000

3.5-3.74 GPA

Trustees Academic Scholarship

$4,000

3.0-3.49 GPA

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What Does Houghton Cost?

$24,830

Tuition

$13,140

Housing & Meals

$38,760

Total

2026-2027 academic year

Learn more about tuition and fees

Apply for Financial Aid

FAFSA

The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is the federal financial aid form that will determine your eligibility for various forms of financial aid, including federal, state, and institutional (Houghton University) financial aid.

FAFSA Code

Students can begin filing for the 2026-2027 year on October 1, 2025 with the previous year’s taxes (i.e. using 2024 taxes). Be sure to listย Houghton’s school code (002734).

Submitting your FAFSA is how you’ll receive your Financial Aid Award Letter from Houghton.

Submit your FAFSA

Have Confidence in Your Investment

Of the class of 2024 respondents were employed or in graduate school within 6 months of graduation.

National Recognition

From academic reputation to best value, to the safest campus, Houghtonโ€™s excellence has been recognized in comparison to other colleges and universities.

Our Promise

If you are not offered employment in your chosen field or accepted into graduate school after you receive your Houghton degree, you can come back for a bonus year tuition-free.

Have Questions?

Discover how a Houghton University education can accelerate your God-given potential.


Houghton has been named as part of the College Cost Transparency Initiative.

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