Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 22.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 19.9%
- Retention Rate
- 57.0%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $38,924
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $29,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 16:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 27.4%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $307/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration. | Doctoral | $120,252 | $74,412 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Master | $59,169 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $52,941 | $55,500 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions. | Bachelor | $50,856 | |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor | $49,576 | $29,480 |
| Law. | Doctoral | $47,620 | |
| Electrical Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $44,942 | |
| Public Administration. | Master | $43,290 | $52,147 |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services. | Master | $42,235 | |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master | $40,485 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $38,289 | $28,000 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $37,208 | $27,000 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor | $36,848 | $28,750 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor | $36,488 | $31,085 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Master | $36,183 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates earn a median of $38,924 ten years after graduation, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 75% with typical debt of $29,000. Monthly loan payments of $307 consume nearly 10% of graduates' income, well above the recommended 8% threshold. The 27% loan repayment rate signals financial struggles for many alumni. Texas Southern graduates often enter public service, education, and healthcare fields that prioritize social impact over high salaries. The pharmacy and law programs produce higher earners, but overall employment outcomes lag behind national averages. Given the high debt burden relative to earnings and poor repayment rates, Texas Southern offers a weak return on investment for most students.