Business/Commerce at University of Houston-Victoria

A University of Houston-Victoria business degree costs $25,313 in debt but delivers first-year earnings of $43,691—roughly $4,000 below the national median for business programs. While the 0.58 debt-to-earnings ratio falls within reasonable bounds, graduates here earn notably less than peers at other Texas public universities. Among Texas business programs, UHV ranks at the 40th percentile, meaning most comparable in-state options produce stronger earnings. For context, UT-Austin business graduates earn more than double, but even regional alternatives like UH-Clear Lake deliver nearly $13,000 more annually.

The gap widens when you consider career trajectory. Business degrees typically command solid starting salaries that grow meaningfully with experience, but $43,691 represents a modest launch point in Texas's competitive job market. The relatively high Pell grant percentage (44%) suggests UHV serves many students who need strong financial returns to justify the investment.

For families prioritizing affordability over earnings potential, this program works—the debt load is manageable and slightly below the state median. But if your student has admission options at other Texas public universities, those alternatives consistently deliver better financial outcomes. The moderate sample size gives reasonable confidence in these figures, making this a program best suited for students with geographic constraints or those seeking the smallest possible debt load, even at the cost of lower initial earning power.