Mechanical Engineering at University of Houston-Clear Lake
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Mechanical Engineering bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Houston-Clear Lake | $66,678* | — | $23,103* | — |
| Rice University | $82,899* | $89,547 | $15,375* | 0.19 |
| The University of Texas at Austin | $82,227* | $92,067 | $18,750* | 0.23 |
| Southern Methodist University | $79,280* | $92,000 | $17,708* | 0.22 |
| West Texas A & M University | $78,028* | $80,251 | $21,125* | 0.27 |
| Texas A&M University-College Station | $77,785* | $86,346 | $19,500* | 0.25 |
| National Median | $70,744* | — | $24,755* | 0.35 |
Other Mechanical Engineering Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rice University Houston | $58,128 | $82,899 | $15,375 |
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $11,678 | $82,227 | $18,750 |
| Southern Methodist University Dallas | $64,460 | $79,280 | $17,708 |
| West Texas A & M University Canyon | $9,101 | $78,028 | $21,125 |
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $13,099 | $77,785 | $19,500 |
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 University of Houston-Clear Lake, 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.
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 23 similar programs in TX. Actual outcomes may vary.