Analysis
In Texas, education bachelor's programs range from under $40,000 in first-year earnings to nearly $60,000 at UT Arlington, with comparable programs statewide clustering around $49,000—right where Arlington Baptist's estimated outcomes sit. Based on similar programs, graduates here would enter teaching with roughly $27,000 in debt against first-year earnings near the state median, producing a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.55. That's manageable territory for a teaching career, though it means about six months of gross pay devoted to debt, and it's worth noting that half of students here receive Pell grants, suggesting many families are already stretching financially.
The challenge is that these figures come from peer programs, not Arlington Baptist's actual graduates, so there's inherent uncertainty about how this specific school's outcomes compare. What we do know: the estimated earnings align with Texas's teacher salary landscape, and the debt load matches the state median for education programs. Nationally, these numbers look stronger—Texas teachers start at a premium compared to the $38,660 national median for education bachelor's degrees.
For families weighing this investment, the estimated debt burden appears reasonable relative to teaching income, but confirm the school's placement rates and connections to local districts. Texas's stronger-than-average teacher pay helps, but you're making a commitment based on how similar programs perform rather than Arlington Baptist's specific track record.
Where Arlington Baptist University Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all education bachelors's programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Education 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Arlington Baptist UniversityArlington | $19,290 | $49,453* | — | $27,000* | — |
 The University of Texas at ArlingtonArlington | $11,728 | $57,410* | — | $13,250* | 0.23 |
 Southwestern UniversityGeorgetown | $51,058 | $50,984* | — | —* | — |
 Nelson UniversityWaxahachie | $18,610 | $47,921* | $42,725 | $27,500* | 0.57 |
 Southwestern Adventist UniversityKeene | $24,588 | $45,551* | — | $27,000* | 0.59 |
| National Median | — | $38,660* | — | $26,522* | 0.69 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with education graduates
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 Arlington Baptist University, approximately 55% 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 4 similar programs in TX. Actual outcomes may vary.