Cognitive Science
Bachelor's degree · Rice University · Houston, TX
$47,459Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$66,913Median earnings 4 years after
$71,816Median earnings 5 years after
$13,000Median federal debt
44Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Cognitive Science at Rice University earn a median of $47,459 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $81,496 four years after graduating (middle half: $53,334–$130,402). Median debt is $13,000, about 27% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Cognitive Science graduates from Rice University make?
The median salary is $47,459 one year after graduation and $71,816 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $13,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.