The Economic Impact The UH System’s annual impact on the Houston-area’s economy equates to that of a major corporation. $1.1 billion in new funds attracted annually to the Houston area $3.126 billion in total economic benefit 24,000 local jobs generated Read more

The Workforce Impact UH System graduates stay in Houston, investing their knowledge and effort into our business, industry, and community life. 200,000+ UH System graduates 75 percent of graduates are from Houston, but 80 percent of graduates stay in Houston. Alumni include today’s corporate, civic, arts, and education leaders. Read more

The Community Impact The UH System is indispensable, impacting literally every resident in our city. Students give 1 million volunteer and internship hours annually. UH System research addresses public safety, medicine, life-enhancing technology, transportation, the environment, and much more. Outreach efforts encompass business, education, the arts, social services, and public health. Read more

The Educational Impact The UH System is, by far, the region’s largest awarder of degrees and educational services. Creates an “opportunity escalator” for students and families Generates knowledge that benefits Houston and Texas Serves Houstonians as well as students from 126 countries, making UH the most ethnically diverse major research institution in the nation. Read more