Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians at University of Houston-Downtown
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Houston-Downtown graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Houston-Downtown graduates earn $68k, placing them in the 87th percentile of all computer engineering technologies/technicians bachelors 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
Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (7 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Houston-Downtown | $68,144 | $73,092 | — | — |
| University of Houston | $56,527 | $73,327 | $21,919 | 0.39 |
| DeVry University-Texas | $48,829 | $72,749 | $55,425 | 1.14 |
| Sam Houston State University | $38,957 | — | $20,375 | 0.52 |
| National Median | $48,829 | — | $31,000 | 0.63 |
Other Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Houston Houston | $9,711 | $56,527 | $21,919 |
| DeVry University-Texas Irving | $17,488 | $48,829 | $55,425 |
| Sam Houston State University Huntsville | $9,228 | $38,957 | $20,375 |
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-Downtown, approximately 52% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 17 graduates with reported earnings and 15 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.