Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 20%
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Texas Southern University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 75% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 7th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (TX wage index 0.97). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Texas Southern University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | — | $71,595 | -17% | #231 of 233 | #228 | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | $53,873 | $70,201 | -16% | #340 of 452 | #332 | $26,751 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | $57,511 | $62,728 | +13% | #44 of 207 | #42 | $29,480 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $36,961 | $59,386 | -22% | #726 of 796 | #719 | $24,693 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $32,409 | $56,482 | +4% | #197 of 610 | #220 | $24,500 |
| Biology | $31,779 | $55,321 | -3% | #516 of 841 | #495 | $27,875 |
| Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions | $54,327 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $40,304 | $53,203 | -22% | #1018 of 1176 | #1038 | $28,000 |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication | — | $51,195 | +1% | #68 of 158 | #66 | $29,738 |
| Social Work | $42,333 | $49,871 | -4% | #272 of 420 | #307 | $29,500 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | $34,332 | $48,426 | -18% | #241 of 275 | #237 | $31,000 |
| Psychology | $26,291 | $47,185 | -7% | #692 of 1027 | #675 | $34,000 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $29,763 | $45,961 | -17% | #595 of 660 | #612 | $31,085 |
| Journalism | $18,301 | $45,152 | -20% | #170 of 187 | #174 | $31,000 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | $44,995 | — | — | — | — | $27,000 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | $34,661 | $44,953 | -15% | #384 of 476 | #394 | $31,152 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | $20,655 | $44,612 | -27% | #150 of 156 | #145 | $29,000 |
| Marketing | $26,973 | $41,768 | -40% | #512 of 516 | #515 | $28,750 |
| Communication and Media Studies | — | $40,687 | -28% | #627 of 660 | #631 | $29,000 |
| Political Science and Government | $26,806 | — | — | — | — | $30,750 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Texas Southern University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $351,510
- Avg rent near campus: $2,110/mo
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 77021 (7.5% cap, Houston)
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🏆 Where Texas Southern University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,941 | $18,701 |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $27,769 | $40,369 |
Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $19,738 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $19,676 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $19,237 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Texas Southern University's top programs commonly pursue.
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- Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
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- Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology