The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Houston, Texas 77030-4009
Data last updated: August 29, 2026
Top graduate earnings — known for health sciences
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a public urban institution in Houston, Texas. The school is accessible to a wide range of students.
A small campus of 322 undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
graduates earn a median of $90,232 a decade after enrollment.
More About This School
History & Fun Facts
- •History In 1962 there was a movement, led by the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center President, R.
- •In 1970 The University of Texas Medical School at Houston was established, and, like the GSBS, was under the administration of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.
- •In 1972 The University of Texas System established a University of Texas "Health Science Center" (in) Houston to be the administrative entity for all the UT schools in Houston.
- •Prior to 1972, the GSBS Dean had direct access to the chancellor in Austin and all board of regents meetings.
- •In 2010 UT-Health Science Center was rebranded as UTHealth.
Source: Wikipedia
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Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
65.0%
Median Debt at Grad
$12,500
Programs (6)
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
2
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Estimated from TX state average + large city premium