Accounting at American InterContinental University-Houston

The numbers here tell a troubling story: graduates leave with more than twice the typical debt for Texas accounting programs ($51,848 vs. $22,270 statewide median), yet earn less than both state and national averages. Starting at $46,628—below Texas's $49,406 median—graduates then see earnings actually *decline* to $44,503 by year four. That backward trajectory is particularly concerning in accounting, where professional credentials and experience typically drive steady salary growth.

This program serves a predominantly low-income student population (77% Pell-eligible), but the outcomes suggest serious affordability challenges. With debt exceeding first-year earnings, graduates face monthly payments that will consume a significant portion of their paycheck while watching peers from other Texas programs pull ahead financially. The 40th percentile state ranking means six out of ten Texas accounting programs deliver better earnings outcomes, often with far less debt.

For families weighing this investment, the math is harsh: your child would graduate owing roughly what other Texas accounting students earn in their first year, while making $5,000 less annually. Unless there are compelling reasons this specific program fits your situation—transfer credits, work schedule constraints—exploring other Texas accounting programs would likely mean both lower debt and stronger earning potential. The state offers 66 other options, many with dramatically better financial outcomes.