Architecture at Rice University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Architecture bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (9 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rice University | $42,799* | — | $28,419* | — |
| The University of Texas at Austin | $56,327* | $60,340 | $21,000* | 0.37 |
| University of Houston | $49,388* | $58,472 | $26,250* | 0.53 |
| Texas A&M University-College Station | $45,431* | $60,257 | $18,465* | 0.41 |
| The University of Texas at Arlington | $40,166* | $58,728 | $23,535* | 0.59 |
| The University of Texas at San Antonio | $39,181* | $48,664 | $23,000* | 0.59 |
| National Median | $47,046* | — | $27,000* | 0.57 |
Other Architecture Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $11,678 | $56,327 | $21,000 |
| University of Houston Houston | $9,711 | $49,388 | $26,250 |
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $13,099 | $45,431 | $18,465 |
| The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington | $11,728 | $40,166 | $23,535 |
| The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio | $8,991 | $39,181 | $23,000 |
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 Rice University, approximately 16% 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.