Economics
Bachelor's degree · Texas A&M University-College Station · College Station, TX
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Economics at Texas A&M University-College Station earn a median of $49,738 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $82,686 four years after graduating (middle half: $58,184–$116,323). Median debt is $17,120, about 34% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Economics (Bachelor's degree) at other Texas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Rice University Houston | $78,814 | $11,644 |
| Southern Methodist University Dallas | $71,630 | $18,625 |
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $58,717 | $19,500 |
| Trinity University San Antonio | $57,482 | $20,500 |
| University of Dallas Irving | $55,732 | $24,752 |
| Texas Christian University Fort Worth | $54,462 | $19,500 |
| University of North Texas Denton | $51,316 | $21,025 |
| University of Houston Houston | $50,820 | $16,625 |
| The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson | $47,034 | $19,000 |
| The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington | $46,416 | $18,750 |
| Texas Tech University Lubbock | $44,292 | $27,000 |
| Texas State University San Marcos | $43,064 | $18,500 |
| Austin College Sherman | $33,957 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Economics graduates from Texas A&M University-College Station make?
The median salary is $49,738 one year after graduation and $80,293 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $17,120.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.