Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release). Some figures are estimates based on similar programs — see details below.
Analysis
Texas international business programs show a wide earnings spread, and Angelo State appears to land in the middle of the pack. Based on comparable programs across the state, graduates here might expect around $42,000 in first-year earnings—matching the state median but falling about $8,000 short of the national benchmark. That gap matters when you're trying to build a career with global scope.
The estimated $17,734 in debt is actually lower than both state and national medians for this degree, which creates a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.42. Similar programs in Texas suggest graduates could realistically pay down this debt within a reasonable timeframe. Still, the earnings picture shows that students at universities like Saint Edward's or UT Arlington are pulling in $10,000 more annually out of the gate—a significant difference that compounds over time.
The challenge here is that you're making this decision with incomplete information about Angelo State's specific track record. While peer programs suggest a workable financial outcome, international business degrees typically command stronger returns than what these estimates show. If your child is set on this field, compare actual outcomes at Texas schools with reported data to see whether Angelo State's location and network can realistically compete with programs in Dallas, Austin, or Houston where international business opportunities are more concentrated.
Where Angelo State University Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all international business bachelors's programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
International Business bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (30 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $8,319 | $41,911* | — | $17,734* | — | |
| $51,384 | $51,843* | $62,711 | $24,218* | 0.47 | |
| $11,728 | $48,625* | $54,622 | $17,999* | 0.37 | |
| $9,548 | $46,714* | — | —* | — | |
| $14,564 | $44,228* | $80,589 | $17,734* | 0.40 | |
| $7,708 | $41,911* | $50,379 | $13,978* | 0.33 | |
| National Median | — | $49,890* | — | $23,472* | 0.47 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with international business graduates
Chief Executives
Chief Sustainability Officers
General and Operations Managers
Business Teachers, Postsecondary
Business Operations Specialists, All Other
Business Continuity Planners
Sustainability Specialists
Online Merchants
Security Management Specialists
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Angelo State University, approximately 27% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 9 similar programs in TX. Actual outcomes may vary.