Public Health
Master's degree · The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston · Houston, TX
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Public Health at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston earn a median of $60,515 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $82,751 four years after graduating (middle half: $61,518–$113,501). Median debt is $30,000, about 50% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Public Health (Master's degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $69,409 | $48,770 |
| University of North Texas Health Science Center Fort Worth | $66,155 | $48,552 |
| West Coast University-Texas Richardson | $60,316 | $27,261 |
| Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Lubbock | $53,883 | — |
| Lamar University Beaumont | $53,620 | $32,654 |
Other programs at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
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$110,523 - DentistryFirst professional degree
$102,000 - Medical Illustration and InformaticsMaster's degree
$97,173 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree
$82,043 - Mental and Social Health Services and Allied ProfessionsMaster's degree
$73,181 - MedicineFirst professional degree
$66,107 - Health and Medical Administrative ServicesMaster's degree
$62,618 - Dental Support Services and Allied ProfessionsBachelor's degree
$59,360 - Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population BiologyMaster's degree
$55,480
Frequently asked questions
How much do Public Health graduates from The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston make?
The median salary is $60,515 one year after graduation and $73,311 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $30,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.