Mathematics at University of Houston-Clear Lake

UH-Clear Lake's mathematics program outperforms most Texas schools while keeping debt remarkably low. Graduates earn $57,661 four years out—beating the state median by 16% and ranking above the 60th percentile among 70 Texas math programs. More impressive is the debt load: at $16,392, it's about $3,000 below the Texas median and translates to a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.31, meaning graduates owe roughly one-third of their first year's salary. That's manageable territory, especially compared to the national median of $21,500 for math degrees.

The institution serves a substantial population of Pell grant recipients (44%), suggesting strong accessibility alongside decent outcomes. While top programs like SMU ($74,516) and UT Austin ($60,011) produce higher earnings, they typically come with steeper price tags and admission hurdles. UH-Clear Lake's 75% admission rate makes it an accessible option that still delivers above-average results.

For students who need a cost-effective path to a math degree with solid job prospects, this program delivers. The 11% earnings growth from year one to year four indicates positive career trajectory, and starting above $52,000 in a relatively affordable Houston market positions graduates well for financial stability early in their careers.