Houston Community College

Overview

HCC charges international students a flat $227 per semester credit hour for 2026-27, among the lowest rates of any big-city US community college — about $5,448–$6,810 per year at 24–30 credits. F-1 students enroll across health sciences, engineering technology and business programs at multiple Houston campuses.

Key details

Location

Houston, United States

Country

United States

Course level

vocational

Intake

Fall, Spring, Summer

Budget

USD 5448 – USD 6810

Eligibility

First-time F-1 applicants apply by June 15 (fall), October 15 (spring) or March 15 (summer) with academic transcripts, English proficiency, and proof of adequate financial support.

Required documents

No document requirements listed.