Accounting at Angelo State University

Angelo State's accounting program shows a troubling start—graduates earn just $37,373 in their first year, landing in the 5th percentile nationally and 25th percentile among Texas accounting programs. That's roughly $12,000 below the Texas median and $16,000 below the national benchmark. With $21,148 in debt, new graduates face a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.57, which means half a year's salary goes to covering what they borrowed.

The saving grace is dramatic earnings growth: by year four, median earnings jump to $67,214, an 80% increase that puts graduates near the top Texas programs like Texas A&M. This suggests the degree eventually delivers value, but those first few years could be financially stressful. The small sample size (under 30 graduates) adds uncertainty—this data might not represent typical outcomes.

For families considering Angelo State's lower admission standards and tuition costs compared to UT Austin or Texas A&M, this becomes a calculation about patience. Can your student handle lean early years while building experience? If they're debt-averse and targeting immediate strong earnings, the more selective Texas programs show consistently higher starting salaries. But if the goal is eventual parity at a lower total cost, Angelo State might get them there—just expect a slower launch.