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The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

Houston, TX·Public·322 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and in-state Texas residents. no major red flags in the data. graduates earn a median of $90,100 within 10 years.

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322
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Grad Rate
$90,100
Earnings
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$12,500
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About This School

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a public institution located in Houston, Texas with approximately 322 undergraduate students enrolled. Typical graduates earn $90,100 within 10 years of enrollment.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is a comprehensive cancer center and autonomous university of the University of Texas System in Houston, Texas. It is the largest cancer center in the world and one of the original three NCI-designated comprehensive cancer centers in the country. It is both a degree-granting academic institution and a cancer treatment and research center located within the Texas Medical Center, the largest medical center and life sciences destination in the world. MD Anderson Cancer Center has consistently ranked #1 among the best hospitals for cancer care and research in the U.S. and worldwide, and it has held the #1 position 20 times in the last 23 years in U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals rankings for cancer care. As of 2023, MD Anderson Cancer Center is home to the highest number of cancer clinical trials in the world and has received more NCI-funded projects than any other U.S. institute. For 2024, Newsweek placed MD Anderson at #1 in their annual list of the World's Best Specialized Hospitals in oncology.

The numbers tell a compelling story here — graduates earn a median of $90,100 ten years out, and with median debt of just $12,500, the return on investment is exceptional. With only 322 undergraduates, this is an intensely specialized institution focused on cancer research and health sciences, not a traditional college experience, so it's worth considering only if you have a clear, committed interest in that field. If that description fits you, few places offer this kind of focused training with such strong financial outcomes.

Founded
1941
Setting
Large city

Popular Programs

Health Professions100%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

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ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

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Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants32%
Median debt at graduation$12,500

After Graduation

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within 6 years
Retention Rate
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freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$90,100
after enrollment
Median Debt
$12,500
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$12,500
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$64,500
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$90,100
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 7.2x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White22%
Black7%
Hispanic/Latino38%
Asian26%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (322 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

1515 Holcombe Blvd.

Houston, TX 77030-4009

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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