Industrial Engineering
Bachelor's degree · Texas State University · San Marcos, TX
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Industrial Engineering at Texas State University earn a median of $61,718 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $98,442 four years after graduating (middle half: $81,158–$121,691). Median debt is $24,483, about 40% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Industrial Engineering (Bachelor's degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington | $76,390 | $18,359 |
| University of Houston Houston | $76,147 | $20,500 |
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $74,529 | $18,749 |
| Texas Tech University Lubbock | $71,545 | $28,500 |
| East Texas A&M University Commerce | $63,269 | — |
| Lamar University Beaumont | $62,053 | $25,000 |
| The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso | $45,467 | $16,104 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Industrial Engineering graduates from Texas State University make?
The median salary is $61,718 one year after graduation and $88,735 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,483.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.