Chemical Engineering at University of Houston

Master's Degree

Location: Houston, TX•In-State Tuition: $9,711•Out-of-State Tuition: $22,191•Admission Rate: 70%•Avg SAT: 1229
Median Earnings (1yr)
$105,244
89th percentile (60th in TX)
Sample Size
18
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How University of Houston graduates compare to all programs nationally

University of Houston graduates earn $105k, placing them in the 89th percentile of all chemical engineering masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Texas

Chemical Engineering masters's programs at peer institutions in Texas (6 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of Houston$105,244———
National Median$91,296———

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, approximately 41% 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.