Information Science/Studies at University of Houston
Bachelor's Degree
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
Information Science/Studies bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (18 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Houston | $55,081* | $91,010 | $25,000* | — |
| Strayer University-Texas | $71,167* | $78,793 | $53,250* | 0.75 |
| The University of Texas at Arlington | $57,756* | $75,393 | $20,205* | 0.35 |
| Texas Tech University | $55,081* | $77,185 | $25,000* | 0.45 |
| University of North Texas | $52,449* | — | $26,375* | 0.50 |
| South University-Austin | $44,682* | $60,708 | $52,173* | 1.17 |
| National Median | $58,651* | — | $25,750* | 0.44 |
Other Information Science/Studies Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strayer University-Texas Farmers Branch | $13,920 | $71,167 | $53,250 |
| The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington | $11,728 | $57,756 | $20,205 |
| Texas Tech University Lubbock | $11,852 | $55,081 | $25,000 |
| University of North Texas Denton | $11,164 | $52,449 | $26,375 |
| South University-Austin Round Rock | $18,238 | $44,682 | $52,173 |
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.
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 5 similar programs in TX. Actual outcomes may vary.