Operations Research

Bachelor's degree · Southern Methodist University · Dallas, TX

CIP 14.37

$72,658Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$89,319Median earnings 3 years after

$123,913Median earnings 5 years after

$20,500Median federal debt

44Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Operations Research at Southern Methodist University earn a median of $72,658 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $122,531 four years after graduating (middle half: $80,170–$181,016). Median debt is $20,500, about 28% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Operations Research graduates from Southern Methodist University make?

The median salary is $72,658 one year after graduation and $123,913 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,500.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.