Philosophy at Houston Christian University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Philosophy bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (33 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Christian University | $33,645* | — | $23,000* | — |
| Southern Methodist University | $42,334* | — | $21,500* | 0.51 |
| The University of Texas at Austin | $40,881* | $43,995 | $18,676* | 0.46 |
| University of North Texas | $37,231* | — | $17,750* | 0.48 |
| Texas A&M University-College Station | $30,058* | $49,447 | $19,000* | 0.63 |
| Texas State University | $27,893* | $36,701 | $26,000* | 0.93 |
| National Median | $31,652* | — | $22,641* | 0.72 |
Other Philosophy Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Methodist University Dallas | $64,460 | $42,334 | $21,500 |
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $11,678 | $40,881 | $18,676 |
| University of North Texas Denton | $11,164 | $37,231 | $17,750 |
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $13,099 | $30,058 | $19,000 |
| Texas State University San Marcos | $11,450 | $27,893 | $26,000 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Houston Christian University, approximately 54% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 6 similar programs in TX. Actual outcomes may vary.