Finance and Financial Management Services at University of Houston-Victoria

University of Houston-Victoria's finance program offers a surprisingly affordable path into the field, but the small graduating class size—fewer than 30 students—means these numbers could shift dramatically year to year. The $17,702 median debt sits well below both Texas ($22,500) and national ($23,332) medians, giving graduates a meaningful advantage with a debt-to-earnings ratio of just 0.35. That's manageable by any standard.

The earnings picture is more complicated. Starting at $50,812 and growing to $57,175 after four years represents solid 13% growth, but these figures trail both Texas and national medians throughout. Among Texas finance programs, this ranks around the 40th percentile—middle of the pack in a state dominated by powerhouses like UT Austin ($81,844) and Texas A&M ($71,409). The earnings gap isn't catastrophic, but it's substantial enough to matter when compounded over a career.

For families prioritizing affordability and avoiding debt, this program delivers. The combination of low borrowing and steady earnings growth means graduates can build financial stability quickly. However, students with competitive profiles might reasonably ask whether the $1,000 difference in admissions selectivity between UH-Victoria and higher-earning programs justifies potentially leaving $15,000-20,000 annually on the table long-term. The small sample size adds another layer of uncertainty—next year's cohort could look quite different.