Criminology at University of Houston-Clear Lake
What traits are you looking for in a school for Criminology, take a look at what University of Houston-Clear Lake. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Houston-Clear Lake sits in Houston, TX.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 51 criminology degrees were awarded at University of Houston-Clear Lake.
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Online Class Availability at University of Houston-Clear Lake
Distance learning is available at University of Houston-Clear Lake. Of 8,137 students, 1,461 (18%) studied exclusively online and 2,933 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Criminology Rankings at University of Houston-Clear Lake
Rankings can help you compare University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Criminology program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #3 of 11 |
| Best Value | Texas | #3 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #4 of 15 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #4 of 15 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #19 of 159 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #86 of 161 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #3 of 11 |
| Best Value | Texas | #3 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #4 of 15 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #4 of 15 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #19 of 159 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #86 of 161 |
Earnings for Criminology Graduates from University of Houston-Clear Lake
Graduates of University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Criminology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $33,207 |
| 2 years | $39,426 |
| 3 years | $49,626 |
| 4 years | $55,135 |
| 5 years | $58,223 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Criminology graduates from University of Houston-Clear Lake report median earnings of $55,135, compared with $59,411 for all University of Houston-Clear Lake graduates — about 7% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Criminology graduates from University of Houston-Clear Lake is $16,149.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Criminology graduates at University of Houston-Clear Lake, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Criminology graduates at University of Houston-Clear Lake are 69% women (35) and 31% men (16).
Criminology Bachelor’s Program at University of Houston-Clear Lake
Of the 44 bachelor’s criminology degrees awarded at University of Houston-Clear Lake, 68% were women (30) and 32% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Criminology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Houston-Clear Lake.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 25 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 73% of Criminology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Houston-Clear Lake, above the national average of 45%.*
Criminology Master’s Program at University of Houston-Clear Lake
Of the 7 master’s criminology graduates at University of Houston-Clear Lake, 71% were women (5) and 29% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Criminology master’s degree recipients at University of Houston-Clear Lake.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 71% of Criminology master’s degree recipients at University of Houston-Clear Lake, above the national average of 39%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Criminology Concentrations at University of Houston-Clear Lake
The Criminology program at University of Houston-Clear Lake breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Criminology | 51 |
Best-Paid Careers for Criminology Graduates
Students who finish Criminology program at University of Houston-Clear Lake work across a variety of fields. Below are the best-paid careers for Criminology majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Remote Sensing Technicians | $99,834 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other | $95,957 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Teachers, Postsecondary | $91,449 |
| Neuropsychologists | $83,690 |
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.