Homeland Security at Sam Houston State University

Master's Degree

Location: Huntsville, TX•In-State Tuition: $9,228•Out-of-State Tuition: $19,020•Admission Rate: 85%•Avg SAT: 1055
Median Earnings (1yr)
$61,091
5th percentile (60th in TX)
Sample Size
30
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How Sam Houston State University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Sam Houston State University graduates earn $61k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all homeland security masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Texas

Homeland Security masters's programs at peer institutions in Texas (8 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Sam Houston State University$61,091———
National Median$72,464———

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 Sam Houston State University, approximately 40% 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.