Overview
Houston City College is a public community college in Houston, Texas, and one of the colleges within the Houston Community College System.
It follows an open admissions policy, so enrolment does not depend on competitive entry, and the application itself carries no fee. Teaching is organised through seven colleges spread across the city, among them HCC Central, HCC Coleman College for Health Sciences, HCC Global Online and regional colleges serving the north, northwest, southeast and southwest of Houston.
Students can attend in person at campuses in many neighbourhoods or choose online, hybrid and weekend formats. The curriculum covers associate degrees designed for transfer to four-year universities, workforce programs leading to certificates and applied science degrees, continuing and professional education, adult education such as GED and English as a second language, and dual-credit courses for high school students.
A small number of applied bachelor's degrees also exist.
Tuition is charged per semester hour and depends on residency: in-district, out-of-district or out-of-state and international. Financial aid is available as grants, scholarships, work-study and federal loans, and international students on F-1 visas are supported by a dedicated student services office.
Location & Contact
Below are Houston City College's address, location, and primary contact channels.
Academic Details
Enrolment, faculty headcount, and accreditation data for Houston City College are listed below.
Academic Structures
Below is how Houston City College is organised academically — the schools, faculties, and units.
Unit 7 items
- HCC Central
- HCC Coleman College for Health Sciences
- HCC Global Online
- HCC Northeast
- HCC Northwest
- HCC Southeast
- HCC Southwest
Programs Offered
All active programmes at Houston City College are listed by degree level.
168 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United States
Bachelor's Degree 2 programmes
Associate's Degree 87 programmes
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Certificate 79 programmes
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How to apply to Houston City College
What applying to Houston City College involves, in five steps.
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Browse the programme catalogue
Use the programme finder to browse Houston City College's 168 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.
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Check eligibility for your chosen programme
Programme-level requirements at Houston City College typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.
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Get your documents ready
Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.
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Apply through the official channel
Houston City College processes applications through www.hccs.edu. Create an account, fill out the application form, and submit your documents. Note application deadlines, which vary by intake and programme.
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Reach out and track your application
Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Reach the institution by phone at +17137182000. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.
Frequently Asked Questions about Houston City College
Quick reference for Houston City College: founding, control type, and recognition status.
When was Houston City College founded?
Houston City College was established in 1971 (approximately 55 years ago).
Where is Houston City College located?
Houston City College is located in Houston, United States.
Is Houston City College public or private?
It is a public higher-education institution.
What is the student enrolment at Houston City College?
Student enrolment at Houston City College is around 40,503.
How is Houston City College organised academically?
The institution comprises 7 academic units.
What is Houston City College's official website?
The institution's website is www.hccs.edu.
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