Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
Master's degree · University of Houston-Downtown · Houston, TX
$50,595Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$66,115Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
11Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies at University of Houston-Downtown earn a median of $50,595 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $55,035 four years after graduating (middle half: $32,717–$77,712).
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies (Master's degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso | $63,112 | $37,705 |
| University of North Texas Denton | $52,948 | — |
| Texas Tech University Lubbock | $47,951 | — |
| Texas State University San Marcos | $37,687 | $31,917 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies graduates from University of Houston-Downtown make?
The median salary is $50,595 one year after graduation.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.