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History 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 $57,239/yr (77% vs median)

AI Risk High (44% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (188,200 openings/yr)

ROI 18.3x earnings multiple (6.6x out-of-state)

Ranked #2 of 389 History programs Top 1%

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$574K	$566K	$520K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	18.5x	18.3x	16.8x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	6.7x	6.6x	6.1x
Probability of Field Employment	50%	45%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	64	64	59

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$30,984

Out-of-state: $85,320 (6.6x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$44,224

-43% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$18,750

3.9 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$51,823

Small cohort — data may not reflect typical outcomes

Program Analysis

At $57,239 per year, History graduates from University of Houston-Clear Lake significantly outpace the $32,281 national average for this major, reflecting strong employer demand for this program's graduates.

With a 18.3x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 9% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some History career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

The median debt load of $18,750 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios we track.

Among 389 History programs nationally, University of Houston-Clear Lake ranks #2 — elite territory by any measure of graduate financial outcomes.

About University of Houston-Clear Lake

With 75% of applicants admitted, University of Houston-Clear Lake prioritizes broad access, with a mid-sized student body of 6,082 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

Managers, all other $136,550/yr

History teachers, postsecondary $81,500/yr

View all 8 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 64/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for History at University of Houston-Clear Lake?

At 64/100, University of Houston-Clear Lake's History program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.

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

The 44% 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 History?

Among 389 History programs, University of Houston-Clear Lake's #2 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 →