Degree Programs Overview

Houston Community College offers 203 degree programs through Certificate, Associate's programs.

A total of 6,538 students completed certificate or degree programs between July 1, 2022 and June 30, 2023 at Houston CC. 1,327 students completed certificate programs and 5,211 completed associate programs.

The following table summarizes the number of major programs by offered degrees with number of completers( graduates ) at Houston CC. It only includes students who completed a program as the first major.

Total Number of Programs and Completers By Degree
Total ProgramsOnline ProgramsCompleters
TotalMenWomen
Associate's91NOT OFFERED5,2111,8383,373
At least 12-weeks but less than 1-Year Certificate46NOT OFFERED786401385
At least 1 but less than 4 years Certificate65NOT OFFERED541184357

Programs with Highest Earning After Graduation

The following table lists the best programs with the highest salary after graduation from Houston Community College. Note that the average salary and debt is based on 2020 data from College Scorecard.

Associate Programs - Highest Earning After Graduation
Field of StudyAverage Salary (2020)Average Loan Debt
YearlyMonthlyYearlyMonthly
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing $70,964$5,914$12,455$132
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions $61,478$5,123$17,487$185
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions $60,049$5,004--
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services $51,649$4,304$15,000$159
Physical Science Technologies/Technicians $44,505$3,709$16,784$178
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions $43,920$3,660--
Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians $39,717$3,310--
Mining and Petroleum Technologies/Technicians $37,028$3,086$19,625$208
Business Administration, Management and Operations $36,490$3,041$15,625$166
Legal Support Services $35,149$2,929$13,766$146
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences $34,849$2,904--
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities $31,478$2,623$14,301$152
Certificate Programs - Highest Earning After Graduation
Field of StudyAverage Salary (2020)Average Loan Debt
YearlyMonthlyYearlyMonthly
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions $58,256$4,855$10,500$111
Criminal Justice and Corrections $51,226$4,269$9,500$101
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants $50,052$4,171--
Fire Protection $38,994$3,250--
Precision Metal Working $34,611$2,884$9,500$101
Business Administration, Management and Operations $33,718$2,810$13,625$144
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services $32,914$2,743--
Business Operations Support and Assistant Services $25,779$2,148$18,595$197
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services $15,374$1,281$9,500$101

Popular Programs with Most Completers

Following programs are popular with most enrolled students at Houston Community College.

At the school, the General Studies Associate program has the most completers of 1,775 and the Business Administration and Management Associate program has the second most completers of 835 students.

Field of Study by Degree and Number of Completers

Below tables describes the major programs by offered degrees. You can check the online learning availability of each programs with number of completers. By expanding each table, you can view the major programs in the area of study that you select.

CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
Applied Horticulture/Horticulture OperationsNOT OFFERED 5 NOT OFFERED
Landscaping and GroundskeepingNOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary AssistantNOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
Speech Communication and RhetoricNOT OFFERED 35 NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/TechnicianNOT OFFERED 0 NOT OFFERED
Recording Arts Technology/Technician1 18 NOT OFFERED
Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design3 36 NOT OFFERED
Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects1 8 NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
Computer and Information SciencesNOT OFFERED 47 NOT OFFERED
Artificial IntelligenceNOT OFFERED 4 NOT OFFERED
Computer Programming/ProgrammerNOT OFFERED 0 NOT OFFERED
Computer Programming, Specific Applications12 54 NOT OFFERED
Computer ScienceNOT OFFERED 106 NOT OFFERED
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications10 89 NOT OFFERED
Network and System Administration/AdministratorNOT OFFERED 0 NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist22 37 NOT OFFERED
Barbering/Barber3 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Facial Treatment Specialist/Facialist58 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Salon/Beauty Salon Management/ManagerNOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor1 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef2 27 NOT OFFERED
Culinary Arts/Chef Training8 25 NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
Teacher Education, Multiple LevelsNOT OFFERED 152 NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
Engineering ScienceNOT OFFERED 65 NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/TechnicianNOT OFFERED 17 NOT OFFERED
Instrumentation Technology/TechnicianNOT OFFERED 6 NOT OFFERED
Metallurgical Technology/TechnicianNOT OFFERED 1 NOT OFFERED
Manufacturing Engineering Technology/TechnicianNOT OFFERED 4 NOT OFFERED
Petroleum Technology/TechnicianNOT OFFERED 13 NOT OFFERED
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician2 47 NOT OFFERED
Computer Engineering Technology/TechnicianNOT OFFERED 0 NOT OFFERED
Drafting and Design Technology/TechnicianNOT OFFERED 28 NOT OFFERED
Energy Management and Systems Technology/TechnicianNOT OFFERED 0 NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
Foreign Languages and LiteraturesNOT OFFERED 7 NOT OFFERED
Language Interpretation and TranslationNOT OFFERED 10 NOT OFFERED
Sign Language Interpretation and TranslationNOT OFFERED 8 NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
Child Development4 26 NOT OFFERED
Child Care and Support Services ManagementNOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Child Care Provider/Assistant19 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
Legal Assistant/Paralegal33 34 NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
English Language and LiteratureNOT OFFERED 19 NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
General StudiesNOT OFFERED 1,775 NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
Biology/Biological SciencesNOT OFFERED 582 NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
MathematicsNOT OFFERED 4 NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
Health and Physical Education/FitnessNOT OFFERED 0 NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
ChemistryNOT OFFERED 4 NOT OFFERED
Geology/Earth ScienceNOT OFFERED 1 NOT OFFERED
PhysicsNOT OFFERED 2 NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
Biology Technician/Biotechnology Laboratory TechnicianNOT OFFERED 0 NOT OFFERED
Chemical Technology/Technician8 39 NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
PsychologyNOT OFFERED 126 NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
Criminal Justice/Police Science81 14 NOT OFFERED
Fire Prevention and Safety Technology/TechnicianNOT OFFERED 0 NOT OFFERED
Fire Science/Fire-fighting29 6 NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
AnthropologyNOT OFFERED 6 NOT OFFERED
Geographic Information Science and Cartography3 3 NOT OFFERED
Political Science and GovernmentNOT OFFERED 19 NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
Electrical and Power Transmission Installation/Installer64 5 NOT OFFERED
Electrician6 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology4 9 NOT OFFERED
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/TechnicianNOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician47 30 NOT OFFERED
Diesel Mechanics Technology/TechnicianNOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician19 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
Machine Shop Technology/AssistantNOT OFFERED 3 NOT OFFERED
Welding Technology/Welder23 6 NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
DanceNOT OFFERED 5 NOT OFFERED
Fashion/Apparel Design2 13 NOT OFFERED
Interior Design7 16 NOT OFFERED
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre ArtsNOT OFFERED 8 NOT OFFERED
Cinematography and Film/Video Production23 18 NOT OFFERED
Art/Art StudiesNOT OFFERED 31 NOT OFFERED
Fine/Studio ArtsNOT OFFERED 0 NOT OFFERED
Music PerformanceNOT OFFERED 7 NOT OFFERED
Music Theory and CompositionNOT OFFERED 0 NOT OFFERED
Music ManagementNOT OFFERED 12 NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
Dental Assisting/Assistant43 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Dental Hygiene/HygienistNOT OFFERED 12 NOT OFFERED
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/TechnicianNOT OFFERED 21 NOT OFFERED
Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder4 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Medical/Clinical Assistant68 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Occupational Therapist AssistantNOT OFFERED 16 NOT OFFERED
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant49 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Physical Therapy Technician/AssistantNOT OFFERED 30 NOT OFFERED
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)17 9 NOT OFFERED
Nuclear Medical Technology/TechnologistNOT OFFERED 18 NOT OFFERED
Respiratory Care Therapy/TherapistNOT OFFERED 8 NOT OFFERED
Surgical Technology/Technologist7 12 NOT OFFERED
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer and Ultrasound Technician26 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer19 28 NOT OFFERED
Clinical/Medical Laboratory TechnicianNOT OFFERED 8 NOT OFFERED
Histologic TechnicianNOT OFFERED 8 NOT OFFERED
Substance Abuse/Addiction Counseling6 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Psychiatric/Mental Health Services TechnicianNOT OFFERED 8 NOT OFFERED
Massage Therapy/Therapeutic MassageNOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Registered Nursing/Registered NurseNOT OFFERED 153 NOT OFFERED
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training53 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
Business Administration and Management5 835 NOT OFFERED
Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management29 29 NOT OFFERED
Accounting9 41 NOT OFFERED
Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data EntryNOT OFFERED 32 NOT OFFERED
Banking and Financial Support ServicesNOT OFFERED 7 NOT OFFERED
Tourism and Travel Services ManagementNOT OFFERED 0 NOT OFFERED
Hotel/Motel Administration/ManagementNOT OFFERED 13 NOT OFFERED
Restaurant/Food Services Management1 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Meeting and Event PlanningNOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
International Business/Trade/CommerceNOT OFFERED 24 NOT OFFERED
Marketing/Marketing Management11 18 NOT OFFERED
Real Estate42 40 NOT OFFERED
Fashion Merchandising5 17 NOT OFFERED
CertificateAssociate'sBachelor's
Business Administration and Management5 835 NOT OFFERED
Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management29 29 NOT OFFERED
Accounting9 41 NOT OFFERED
Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data EntryNOT OFFERED 32 NOT OFFERED
Banking and Financial Support ServicesNOT OFFERED 7 NOT OFFERED
Tourism and Travel Services ManagementNOT OFFERED 0 NOT OFFERED
Hotel/Motel Administration/ManagementNOT OFFERED 13 NOT OFFERED
Restaurant/Food Services Management1 NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
Meeting and Event PlanningNOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED NOT OFFERED
International Business/Trade/CommerceNOT OFFERED 24 NOT OFFERED
Marketing/Marketing Management11 18 NOT OFFERED
Real Estate42 40 NOT OFFERED
Fashion Merchandising5 17 NOT OFFERED
HistoryNOT OFFERED 16 NOT OFFERED

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