History at Austin College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
History bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (69 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin College | — | $45,148 | $26,000 | — |
| University of Houston-Clear Lake | $57,239 | $48,906 | $22,625 | 0.40 |
| The University of Texas at Arlington | $44,806 | $53,170 | $24,875 | 0.56 |
| Texas A&M University-College Station | $42,899 | $51,887 | $20,410 | 0.48 |
| University of Houston | $39,240 | $50,957 | $21,250 | 0.54 |
| Texas Tech University | $38,687 | $49,562 | $22,250 | 0.58 |
| National Median | $31,220 | — | $24,000 | 0.77 |
Other History Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston | $7,746 | $57,239 | $22,625 |
| The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington | $11,728 | $44,806 | $24,875 |
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $13,099 | $42,899 | $20,410 |
| University of Houston Houston | $9,711 | $39,240 | $21,250 |
| Texas Tech University Lubbock | $11,852 | $38,687 | $22,250 |
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 Austin College, approximately 30% 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.