Accounting at University of Houston-Clear Lake
If you are interested in studying Accounting, take a look at what University of Houston-Clear Lake. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Houston-Clear Lake is located in Houston, TX.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 103 accounting degrees were awarded at University of Houston-Clear Lake.
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Studying Online at University of Houston-Clear Lake
Online coursework is an option at University of Houston-Clear Lake. Among 8,137 students, 1,461 (18%) studied exclusively online and 2,933 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Accounting Rankings at University of Houston-Clear Lake
Use these rankings to compare University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Accounting program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #27 of 68 |
| Best Value | Texas | #27 of 68 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #39 of 107 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #39 of 106 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #405 of 1,141 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #555 of 1,145 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #27 of 68 |
| Best Value | Texas | #27 of 68 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #39 of 107 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #39 of 106 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #405 of 1,141 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #555 of 1,145 |
Earnings for Accounting Graduates from University of Houston-Clear Lake
Those who finish University of Houston-Clear Lake’s Accounting program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $46,226 |
| 2 years | $49,608 |
| 3 years | $53,213 |
| 4 years | $63,354 |
| 5 years | $72,067 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Accounting graduates from University of Houston-Clear Lake take home a median $63,354, compared with $59,411 for all University of Houston-Clear Lake graduates — about 7% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Accounting graduates from University of Houston-Clear Lake is $19,375.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Accounting graduates at University of Houston-Clear Lake, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Accounting graduates at University of Houston-Clear Lake are 66% women (68) and 34% men (35).
Accounting Bachelor’s Program at University of Houston-Clear Lake
Among the 87 bachelor’s accounting degrees awarded at University of Houston-Clear Lake, 66% were women (57) and 34% were men (30).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Accounting bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Houston-Clear Lake.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 21 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 47 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 11 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 74% of Accounting bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Houston-Clear Lake, above the national average of 35%.*
Accounting Master’s Program at University of Houston-Clear Lake
Among the 16 master’s accounting graduates at University of Houston-Clear Lake, 69% were women (11) and 31% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Accounting master’s degree recipients at University of Houston-Clear Lake.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 62% of Accounting master’s degree recipients at University of Houston-Clear Lake, above the national average of 35%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Accounting Concentrations at University of Houston-Clear Lake
The Accounting program at University of Houston-Clear Lake breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Accounting | 103 |
Best-Paid Careers for Accounting Graduates
Graduates of the Accounting program at University of Houston-Clear Lake go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-paying careers for Accounting graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Treasurers and Controllers | $162,461 |
| Investment Fund Managers | $157,819 |
| Financial Risk Specialists | $127,364 |
| Appraisers of Personal and Business Property | $118,242 |
| Financial Examiners | $117,139 |
| Financial and Investment Analysts | $82,666 |
| Budget Analysts | $80,859 |
| Accountants and Auditors | $79,222 |
| Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents | $77,212 |
| Financial Managers | $75,665 |
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.