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Mathematics at University of Houston-Clear Lake

Houston, TX · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $52,160/yr (3% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (65% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (104,900 openings/yr)

ROI 18.4x earnings multiple (6.7x out-of-state)

Ranked #61 of 253 Mathematics programs Top 25%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Mathematics graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$582K	$571K	$515K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	18.8x	18.4x	16.6x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	6.8x	6.7x	6.0x
Probability of Field Employment	73%	65%	40%
DegreeOutlook Score	66	65	60

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$30,984

Out-of-state: $85,320 (6.7x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$44,224

-43% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$15,375

3.5 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$60,011

15% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $52,160/yr, roughly in line with the $50,797 national median for Mathematics. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

With a 18.4x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 11% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Mathematics career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

With first-year pay of $52,160 far exceeding the $15,375 median debt, the payback timeline is measured in months, not years.

University of Houston-Clear Lake ranks #61 among 253 Mathematics programs, placing it in the top 5% nationally by our financial outcomes measure.

The limited growth from $52,160 to $60,011 over five years suggests earnings in this field plateau relatively early in one's career.

About University of Houston-Clear Lake

University of Houston-Clear Lake accepts 75% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, enrolling 6,082 students in Houston, TX. With 44% of students on Pell Grants, the campus draws from a broad economic spectrum.

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Top Career Paths

Natural sciences managers $161,180/yr

Mathematicians $121,680/yr

Data scientists $112,590/yr

View all 7 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 65/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Mathematics at University of Houston-Clear Lake?

At 65/100, University of Houston-Clear Lake's Mathematics program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.

Should I worry about AI if I study Mathematics at University of Houston-Clear Lake?

The 65% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Is University of Houston-Clear Lake one of the best schools for Mathematics?

Among 253 Mathematics programs, University of Houston-Clear Lake's #61 position reflects consistently above-average results across earnings, ROI, and employment probability.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →