Compare 42 Nursing Science. programs in Texas. Average earnings: $73,948.
The highest-earning Nursing Science program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $19K earnings gap across 42 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
University of Houston-Clear Lake's Nursing Science program leads with graduates earning $93,001. The average across all Texas programs is $73,948, yet regional campuses like UH-Victoria ($88,558) and Prairie View A&M ($84,269) demonstrate that strong outcomes aren't limited to flagship institutions.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Houston-Clear Lake graduates borrow $17,831 and face just a 3.5% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. For families, UT Rio Grande Valley leads with a 5.8% family burden—proof that the best choice depends on who's paying.
Highest program earnings: $93,001
Strong outcomes with 75% acceptance
3.4% payment burden | Excellent
5.8% family burden | Excellent
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $93,001 | 28 | $17,831 | Excellent | $14,731 | Excellent | |
| #2 | $88,558 | 9 | $18,973 | Excellent | $11,724 | Excellent | |
| #3 | $84,269 | 90 | $27,000 | Excellent | $16,012 | Good | |
| #4 | $83,895 | 3,539 | $17,527 | Excellent | $12,313 | Excellent | |
| #5 | Hallmark UniversityPrivate | $82,426 | 8 | $25,438 | Excellent | $14,004 | Good |
| #6 | Lubbock Christian UniversityPrivate | $80,608 | 80 | $20,948 | Excellent | $14,664 | Good |
| #7 | Lamar UniversityPublic | $80,368 | 199 | $21,250 | Excellent | $11,359 | Good |
| #8 | Schreiner UniversityPrivate | $80,357 | 87 | $23,250 | Excellent | $18,379 | Good |
| #9 | Houston Christian UniversityPrivate | $79,573 | 141 | $22,642 | Excellent | $28,262 | Manageable |
| #10 | $77,570 | 175 | $21,030 | Excellent | $19,367 | Good | |
| #11 | Letourneau UniversityPrivate | $77,117 | 19 | $26,000 | Excellent | $24,703 | Manageable |
| #12 | $76,500 | 121 | $21,983 | Excellent | $19,433 | Good | |
| #13 | $76,282 | 35 | $26,998 | Excellent | $14,000 | Good | |
| #14 | Hardin-Simmons UniversityPrivate | $76,178 | 9 | $24,711 | Excellent | $27,661 | Manageable |
| #15 | University Of HoustonPublic | $75,144 | 73 | $18,194 | Excellent | $18,072 | Good |
| #16 | $74,842 | 138 | $12,950 | Excellent | $8,107 | Excellent | |
| #17 | Texas Woman's UniversityPublic | $74,424 | 447 | $19,218 | Excellent | $13,471 | Good |
| #18 | Texas Christian UniversityPrivate | $74,265 | 186 | $21,500 | Excellent | $54,925 | Challenging |
| #19 | $73,918 | 201 | $19,606 | Excellent | $17,125 | Good | |
| #20 | $73,745 | 133 | $20,500 | Excellent | $26,632 | Manageable | |
| #21 | $73,667 | 31 | $20,500 | Excellent | $15,265 | Good | |
| #22 | $73,633 | 17 | $18,953 | Excellent | $8,000 | Excellent | |
| #23 | $73,525 | 119 | $23,409 | Excellent | $18,080 | Good | |
| #24 | $72,981 | 189 | $17,804 | Excellent | $32,258 | Manageable | |
| #25 | $72,915 | 132 | $19,500 | Excellent | $12,719 | Good |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
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