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: 27%
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 University of Houston-Victoria, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 35% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 51st 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 University of Houston-Victoria
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finance and Financial Management Services | $50,812 | $80,774 | -3% | #190 of 452 | #188 | $16,625 |
| Computer and Information Sciences | $52,251 | $79,123 | -14% | #310 of 459 | #306 | $16,016 |
| Human Resources Management and Services | — | $72,678 | +7% | #64 of 187 | #61 | $15,820 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $37,275 | $62,054 | -9% | #714 of 1176 | #712 | $15,234 |
| Marketing | $43,941 | $61,341 | -11% | #373 of 516 | #369 | — |
| Business/Commerce | $43,691 | $56,397 | -18% | #228 of 271 | #229 | $20,324 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $46,370 | $55,175 | -28% | #760 of 796 | #767 | $18,973 |
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | $47,803 | $53,837 | -3% | #121 of 207 | #109 | $20,863 |
| Communication and Media Studies | — | $52,435 | -7% | #375 of 660 | #360 | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $35,015 | $50,809 | -8% | #473 of 660 | #484 | $25,629 |
| Psychology | $34,289 | $42,359 | -16% | #897 of 1027 | #934 | $17,695 |
| History | — | $40,936 | -19% | #433 of 459 | #431 | — |
| English Language and Literature | $19,493 | — | — | — | — | $21,624 |
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 University of Houston-Victoria Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $146,697
- Avg rent near campus: $1,113/mo — vs ~$583/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 77951 (8.4% cap, Victoria)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,111 | $14,903 |
| Room | $5,246 | |
| Board | $4,669 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $22,751 | $32,543 |
Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
| Family Income | Average Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0 - $30,000 | $6,329 |
| $30,001 - $48,000 | $6,764 |
| $48,001 - $75,000 | $6,767 |
| $75,001 - $110,000 | $15,553 |
| $110,001+ | $20,307 |
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from University of Houston-Victoria's top programs commonly pursue.
Student Demographics
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- Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (B): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (C+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
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