Is University of Houston worth it?
University of Houston is a public, four-year institution in Houston, Texas (large city). It awarded 11,164 degrees in 2024, most often in psychology, computer and information sciences and business administration and management.
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Federal context for University of Houston
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Median earnings 1 year after
$48,424
Median earnings 4 years after
$68,091
Median earnings 10 years after
$62,377
Average net price
$14,276
Completion rate
65%
Completions (2024)
11,164
Years to pay back
under 1 year
Students (undergrad)
38,380
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $32,653 | $52,892 | 507 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $49,192 | $73,125 | 414 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | $56,904 | $58,705 | 375 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $54,041 | $78,009 | 351 |
| Law | First professional | $88,163 | $135,984 | 312 |
| Management Information Systems and Services | Bachelor's | $65,574 | $91,983 | 300 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $46,927 | $68,139 | 299 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Bachelor's | $30,035 | $53,483 | 295 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Bachelor's | $72,381 | $98,790 | 283 |
| Social Work | Master's | $55,656 | $68,032 | 275 |
| Hospitality Administration/Management | Bachelor's | $32,639 | $53,344 | 232 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's | $74,043 | $93,275 | 229 |
| Construction Engineering Technology/Technician | Bachelor's | $73,694 | $97,201 | 216 |
| General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations | Bachelor's | $50,957 | $72,199 | 196 |
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration | First professional | $100,243 | $137,021 | 194 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 718 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 430 |
| Finance, General | Bachelor's | 381 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | Bachelor's | 373 |
| Management Information Systems, General | Bachelor's | 354 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 342 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | Bachelor's | 306 |
| Health and Wellness, General | Bachelor's | 302 |
| Law | Doctoral professional practice | 280 |
| Accounting | Bachelor's | 275 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 19% | 22,671 |
| Educational Services | 19% | 22,402 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 10% | 12,490 |
| Manufacturing | 7% | 8,408 |
| Retail Trade | 7% | 8,181 |
| Finance and Insurance | 5% | 6,216 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 6,172 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 5% | 6,051 |
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Sources: federal figures for University of Houston. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Texas. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page