Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 58.5%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $38,673
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $9,500
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 25:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 46.3%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $101/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Associate | $63,402 | $32,498 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Associate | $54,438 | $26,923 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Associate | $45,723 | $26,524 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services. | Certificate | $27,140 | $8,890 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Certificate | $26,254 | $3,166 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Certificate | $25,277 | $8,707 |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants. | Certificate | $25,194 | $8,894 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | Certificate | $25,121 | $8,508 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates typically find work quickly in Houston's massive medical center, with a 94.4% employment rate reflecting strong local demand for healthcare workers. The median debt of $9,500 creates a favorable debt-to-earnings ratio of just 25% against first-year earnings of $33,913. Monthly loan payments of $101 represent only 3.6% of typical graduate income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. Most alumni enter roles as medical assistants, pharmacy technicians, and respiratory therapists in hospitals and clinics throughout the Texas Medical Center. Earnings grow modestly over time, reaching $38,673 after ten years. The combination of low debt burden, high employment rates, and immediate job placement in a healthcare-rich market creates a strong return on investment for career-focused students.