Business Administration, Management and Operations at American InterContinental University-Houston

American InterContinental University-Houston's business program presents a concerning value proposition, with graduates earning below-average salaries while taking on nearly double the typical debt load. At $43,528 in first-year earnings, graduates earn less than both the national median ($45,703) and Texas median ($44,084) for business programs, ranking at just the 40th percentile in both comparisons.

The real issue is debt: at $49,961, graduates carry almost twice the national average debt ($26,000) and more than double the Texas average ($24,250) for business degrees. This puts the program in the problematic 5th percentile nationally for debt levels. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 1.15 means graduates owe more than their entire first-year salary—a red flag for financial sustainability. While earnings do grow to $47,125 by year four, that's still modest compared to top Texas programs where graduates earn $60,000-$72,000.

Given that 77% of students receive Pell grants, many families are already financially stretched, making this debt burden particularly concerning. While the robust sample size gives confidence in these figures, the numbers tell a clear story: this program saddles students with high debt for below-average career outcomes. Texas families would likely find better value at in-state public options or should seriously consider whether the debt load justifies the modest earning potential.