Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 32.3%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 33.8%
- Retention Rate
- 67.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $53,551
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $18,750
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 18:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 42.7%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $199/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Master | $71,015 | $40,760 |
| Computer Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $69,338 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $64,990 | $41,000 |
| Quality Control and Safety Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $58,673 | $34,208 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $57,318 | $15,830 |
| Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians. | Bachelor | $57,318 | |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master | $52,941 | $34,792 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $50,082 | $21,875 |
| Management Information Systems and Services. | Bachelor | $50,022 | $18,750 |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies. | Bachelor | $49,683 | |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor | $49,370 | $19,545 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor | $46,589 | $20,099 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | Bachelor | $45,142 | $18,750 |
| Chemistry. | Bachelor | $44,170 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $44,064 | $19,750 |
Outcomes Overview
Graduates earn a median of $53,551 ten years after leaving, putting them in a solid financial position. With typical debt of $18,750, graduates carry a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 34%. Monthly loan payments of $199 consume about 4.5% of gross income, well below the recommended 10% threshold. The 93% employment rate reflects strong job placement in Houston's diverse economy. Many graduates enter business, criminal justice, and public service roles throughout the metropolitan area. The downtown location provides direct access to internships and career opportunities in one of America's largest cities. Despite the modest graduation rates, UH-Downtown delivers a strong return on investment for students who complete their degrees.