Health and Physical Education/Fitness at Houston Christian University

Houston Christian University's Health and Physical Education program outperforms most peer programs nationally, landing in the 77th percentile—well above the national median of $30,554. However, the small sample size (under 30 graduates) means a few individual outcomes could swing these numbers significantly. That said, graduates start at $34,720 and see encouraging growth to $44,468 by year four, a 28% jump that suggests real career traction. The $21,000 debt load is manageable, below both state and national medians, giving graduates breathing room early in their careers.

Within Texas, the picture is more modest. This program sits around the 60th percentile—solid, but not exceptional compared to in-state alternatives. Schools like Rice and Lubbock Christian post significantly higher earnings ($51,110 and $46,359 respectively), though those programs may serve different career tracks entirely. For a family considering Houston Christian's 85% admission rate and serving a predominantly Pell-eligible student body (54%), this program appears to deliver accessible entry into a field with growth potential.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.60 is reasonable, meaning graduates owe about seven months of their first-year salary. Given the strong earnings growth trajectory and lower-than-average debt, this represents a workable financial outcome—just remember those small numbers behind the data mean your child's actual experience could vary more than usual.