- At American InterContinental University, our educational approach is designed around the realities and challenges of today's busy lifestyles, and for over forty years, we have been helping students gain the knowledge, skills and confidence to pursue the next level of their professional development. At American InterContinental University, our academic community continues to grow, because our educational approach is designed around the realities and challenges of today's busy lifestyles. We know every student has different goals, priorities, motivations and timetables for advancing their education, so we designed flexible undergraduate and graduate degree programs that can be realistically achieved, even with today's hectic lifestyles and responsibilities. At AIU, student life is an individualized choice you make based upon your preferences, objectives and schedule. Each day will offer you new opportunities to collaborate with classmates, make connections with alumni and keep tabs with your social networks.
School Highlights
American InterContinental University-Houston serves 116 students (80% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the state community college average of 34:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the state average of 75%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 116 students
- Private-state tuition: $14,638
- Acceptance Rate: 100%
- Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
- Minority enrollment: 91%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
American InterContinental University-Houston ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 80% over five years.
American InterContinental University-Houston
(TX) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Master's Colleges & Universities: Small Programs
Associate's Colleges: Mixed Transfer/Career & Technical-High Traditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
8 staff
73 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of American InterContinental University-Houston has declined by 47% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 has increased from 8:1 over five years.
The American InterContinental University-Houston diversity score of 0.64 is less than the state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has declined by 17% over five years.
Total Enrollment
116 students
4,254 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
34:1
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Full-Time Students
93 students
902 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
23 students
3,352 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
94 students
1,360 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
72 students
869 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Full-Time Graduate Students
21 students
39 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
22 students
3,370 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
1 students
39 students
% Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
1%
47%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
41%
13%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
9%
25%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
1%
2%
% Unknown races
43%
5%
Diversity Score
0.64
0.69
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
28%
26%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$49,800
$33,900
Tuition & Financial Aid
The private state tuition of $14,638 is more than the state average of $13,749. The private state tuition has stayed relatively flat over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$14,638
$13,749
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
83%
88%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$32,501
$10,630
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$7,638
$5,500
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Acceptance Rate
100%
78%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does American InterContinental University-Houston cost?
American InterContinental University-Houston's private state tuition is approximately $14,638.
What is the acceptance rate of American InterContinental University-Houston?
The acceptance rate of American InterContinental University-Houston is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 78%.
What is American InterContinental University-Houston's ranking?
American InterContinental University-Houston ranks among the top 20% of community college in Texas for: Average community college minority breakdown.
In what neighborhood is American InterContinental University-Houston located?
American InterContinental University-Houston is located in the Westside neighborhood of Houston, TX.
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