Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions at Lamar University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Lamar University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Lamar University graduates earn $52k, placing them in the 74th percentile of all mental and social health services and allied professions masters 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
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions masters's programs at peer institutions in Texas (31 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamar University | $52,271 | $55,999 | — | — |
| The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston | $73,181 | $70,349 | — | — |
| University of Houston-Clear Lake | $49,971 | — | — | — |
| The University of Texas at El Paso | $49,428 | — | — | — |
| Texas A&M University-Central Texas | $49,328 | — | — | — |
| Texas Tech University | $48,542 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $48,165 | — | — | — |
Other Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Houston | — | $73,181 | — |
| University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston | $7,746 | $49,971 | — |
| The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso | $9,744 | $49,428 | — |
| Texas A&M University-Central Texas Killeen | $6,627 | $49,328 | — |
| Texas Tech University Lubbock | $11,852 | $48,542 | — |
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 Lamar University, approximately 44% 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.