Mathematics at University of Houston

University of Houston's mathematics program delivers solid earnings that outperform both national and state medians, though it trails UT Austin and UT Dallas among public Texas universities. First-year graduates earn $54,710—beating the national median by $6,000 and the Texas median by $5,000. Placing in the 60th percentile statewide means it's ahead of most competitors, though private SMU commands significantly higher salaries.

The $20,100 median debt translates to a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.37, meaning graduates could theoretically pay off loans in less than five months of gross earnings. This falls slightly above Texas's median debt for math programs but remains reasonable given UH's large Pell grant population (41%), suggesting strong value for first-generation and lower-income students. Earnings grow modestly to $57,873 by year four—a 6% increase that tracks with typical STEM career progressions rather than explosive growth.

For parents weighing options, this program offers legitimate value: your child gets strong earning potential at a manageable debt load, particularly attractive if they're Texas residents paying in-state tuition. The moderate sample size (30-100 graduates) suggests these numbers are reliable. While top performers can find higher starting salaries at UT Austin or private schools, UH mathematics provides a dependable path to middle-class earnings without gambling on massive debt loads.