Best colleges for Behavioral Sciences in Texas
Ranked by graduate earnings
San Jacinto Community College, The University of Texas at Austin and Baylor University award the most Behavioral Sciences degrees and certificates in Texas: 368, 144 and 48 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 13 Texas colleges offer Behavioral Sciences and award 660 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Behavioral Sciences program focuses on understanding and analyzing human behavior through an interdisciplinary approach. It encompasses various fields such as psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, and social science, making it…
Top 2 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Jacinto Community College Pasadena Public · Associate degree | $33,494 | 368 | 30% | — | $9,264 |
| 2 | University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston Public · Bachelor's degree | $32,986 | 41 | 52% | — | $27,224 |
Colleges awarding the most Behavioral Sciences degrees in Texas
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Jacinto Community College Pasadena Public | 368 | $33,494 |
| 2 | The University of Texas at Austin Austin Public | 144 | Not reported |
| 3 | Baylor University Waco Private not-for-profit | 48 | Not reported |
| 4 | University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston Public | 41 | $32,986 |
| 5 | Hill College Hillsboro Public | 24 | Not reported |
| 6 | Temple College Temple Public | 10 | Not reported |
| 7 | The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Houston Public | 9 | Not reported |
| 8 | East Texas Baptist University Marshall Private not-for-profit | 6 | Not reported |
| 9 | Texas Christian University Fort Worth Private not-for-profit | 4 | Not reported |
| 10 | Texas Tech University Lubbock Public | 2 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 3 Texas colleges offering Behavioral Sciences
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wayland Baptist University | Plainview | Private not-for-profit | 2 |
| Houston Christian University | Houston | Private not-for-profit | 1 |
| The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston | Galveston | Public | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Social Science Research Assistants (SOC 19-4061).
Top skills
What Social Science Research Assistants earn in Texas
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Behavioral Sciences programs in Texas.
Which Texas colleges award the most Behavioral Sciences degrees?+
San Jacinto Community College (368 graduates a year), The University of Texas at Austin (144 graduates a year) and Baylor University (48 graduates a year) award the most Behavioral Sciences degrees and certificates in Texas, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 13 Texas colleges offer Behavioral Sciences.
Which Behavioral Sciences program in Texas has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, San Jacinto Community College tops the list at $33,494. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Social Science Research Assistants earn in Texas?+
The average annual wage for Social Science Research Assistants in Texas is $65,950 (median $58,070), across about 1,180 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Behavioral Sciences program?+
The Behavioral Sciences program focuses on understanding and analyzing human behavior through an interdisciplinary approach. It encompasses various fields such as psychology, cognitive science, neuroscience, and social science, making it…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop reading comprehension, active listening, writing, critical thinking, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Social Science Research Assistants?+
The national job outlook is about +4.4% growth with around 5,200 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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