Communication Sciences at University of Houston
What traits are you looking for in a school for Communication Sciences, you may want to check out the program at University of Houston. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Houston is located in Houston, TX.
During the most recent reporting year, 100 communication sciences degrees were awarded at University of Houston.
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Studying Online at University of Houston
Distance learning is available at University of Houston. Of 47,980 students, 5,933 (12%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 26,962 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Communication Sciences Rankings at University of Houston
Use these rankings to compare University of Houston’s Communication Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #7 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #12 of 30 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #14 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #19 of 34 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #80 of 302 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #139 of 315 |
Earnings for Communication Sciences Graduates from University of Houston
Graduates of University of Houston’s Communication Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $33,038 |
| 2 years | $33,306 |
| 3 years | $42,419 |
| 4 years | $51,677 |
| 5 years | $62,049 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Communication Sciences graduates from University of Houston earn a median of $51,677, compared with $66,496 for all University of Houston graduates — about 22% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Communication Sciences graduates from University of Houston stands at $20,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Communication Sciences graduates at University of Houston, by degree type.
Program-wide, Communication Sciences graduates at University of Houston are 93% women (93) and 7% men (7).
Communication Sciences Bachelor’s Program at University of Houston
Among the 80 bachelor’s communication sciences degrees awarded at University of Houston, 92% were women (74) and 8% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Houston.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 41 |
| Black / African American | 7 |
| Asian | 13 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 78% of Communication Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Houston, higher than the national average of 33%.*
Communication Sciences Master’s Program at University of Houston
Of the 20 master’s communication sciences degrees awarded at University of Houston, 95% were women (19) and 5% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Houston.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 7 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 60% of Communication Sciences master’s degree recipients at University of Houston, higher than the national average of 27%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Communication Sciences Concentrations at University of Houston
The Communication Sciences program at University of Houston breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Communication Sciences & Disorders | 100 |
Best-Paid Careers for Communication Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Communication Sciences program at University of Houston work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-paying careers for Communication Sciences graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Audiologists | $54,746 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $47,305 |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | $46,663 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.