Law at University of Houston
First Professional Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Houston graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Houston graduates earn $88k, placing them in the 85th percentile of all law professional 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
Law professional's programs at peer institutions in Texas (10 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Houston | $88,163 | $107,620 | — | — |
| Southern Methodist University | $101,456 | $120,122 | — | — |
| Texas A&M University-College Station | $75,674 | $83,359 | — | — |
| South Texas College of Law Houston | $73,069 | $90,663 | — | — |
| Texas Tech University | $72,448 | $95,229 | — | — |
| St. Mary's University | $61,615 | $73,788 | — | — |
| National Median | $67,512 | — | — | — |
Other Law Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Methodist University Dallas | $64,460 | $101,456 | — |
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $13,099 | $75,674 | — |
| South Texas College of Law Houston Houston | — | $73,069 | — |
| Texas Tech University Lubbock | $11,852 | $72,448 | — |
| St. Mary's University San Antonio | $36,242 | $61,615 | — |
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.