Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas at Houston Christian University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Houston Christian University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Houston Christian University graduates earn $59k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all teacher education and professional development, specific subject areas bachelors programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (40 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Christian University | $58,604 | $53,174 | — | — |
| Texas Christian University | $57,665 | $52,756 | $26,500 | 0.46 |
| Baylor University | $53,201 | $51,043 | $27,000 | 0.51 |
| Saint Edward's University | $52,758 | $51,133 | $26,000 | 0.49 |
| University of Mary Hardin-Baylor | $52,133 | $48,568 | $27,000 | 0.52 |
| Abilene Christian University | $51,360 | $53,941 | $27,000 | 0.53 |
| National Median | $43,082 | — | $26,221 | 0.61 |
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Christian University Fort Worth | $57,220 | $57,665 | $26,500 |
| Baylor University Waco | $54,844 | $53,201 | $27,000 |
| Saint Edward's University Austin | $51,384 | $52,758 | $26,000 |
| University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton | $33,150 | $52,133 | $27,000 |
| Abilene Christian University Abilene | $42,380 | $51,360 | $27,000 |
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.
Sample Size: Based on 20 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.