Criminology at Howard Payne University
Bachelor's Degree
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
Criminology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howard Payne University | — | $44,153 | — | — |
| The University of Texas at Dallas | $40,603 | $44,843 | $20,500 | 0.50 |
| University of Houston-Clear Lake | $35,673 | $54,123 | $16,149 | 0.45 |
| St. Mary's University | $33,978 | $42,206 | $25,125 | 0.74 |
| Saint Edward's University | $31,839 | — | $25,500 | 0.80 |
| Texas A&M University-Kingsville | $30,490 | $41,275 | $25,750 | 0.84 |
| National Median | $37,476 | — | $25,000 | 0.67 |
Other Criminology Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson | $14,564 | $40,603 | $20,500 |
| University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston | $7,746 | $35,673 | $16,149 |
| St. Mary's University San Antonio | $36,242 | $33,978 | $25,125 |
| Saint Edward's University Austin | $51,384 | $31,839 | $25,500 |
| Texas A&M University-Kingsville Kingsville | $9,892 | $30,490 | $25,750 |
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 Howard Payne University, approximately 42% 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.