Analysis
DeVry University-Texas charges premium tuition for middle-of-the-pack results. While graduates earn $57,020 in their first year—well above the national median and slightly better than Texas's middle—they're paying nearly double the typical debt load to get there. That $47,236 in student loans ranks among the highest in the nation for business degrees, while earnings actually slip slightly over the first four years rather than grow.
The Texas comparison is telling: this program places in the 60th percentile statewide for earnings but carries debt loads that dwarf most competitors. You're paying roughly the same amount to attend as students at University of Houston-Clear Lake (who earn similar amounts) or Concordia University Texas (who out-earn DeVry grads). The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.83 means your child would owe nearly a full year's salary—manageable, but only if those earnings hold steady.
For families willing to invest nearly $50,000 in student loans for a business degree, you should be getting more than flat earnings and middle-tier outcomes. Texas offers better value at public universities and comparable private options with stronger growth trajectories. Unless DeVry provides unique access to your child's target industry or location, this pricing doesn't match the results.
Where DeVry University-Texas Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all business/commerce bachelors's programs nationally
Earnings Distribution
How DeVry University-Texas graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| DeVry University-Texas | $57,020 | $56,664 | -1% |
| Baylor University | $74,886 | $90,608 | +21% |
| Southwestern University | $47,056 | $76,367 | +62% |
| Concordia University Texas | $60,641 | $71,368 | +18% |
| University of Houston-Clear Lake | $56,494 | $70,808 | +25% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Business/Commerce bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (41 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 DeVry University-TexasIrving | $17,488 | $57,020 | $56,664 | $47,236 | 0.83 |
 The University of Texas at AustinAustin | $11,678 | $94,041 | — | — | — |
 Baylor UniversityWaco | $54,844 | $74,886 | $90,608 | $15,000 | 0.20 |
 Concordia University TexasAustin | $36,690 | $60,641 | $71,368 | $38,138 | 0.63 |
 University of Houston-Clear LakeHouston | $7,746 | $56,494 | $70,808 | $23,766 | 0.42 |
 Strayer University-TexasFarmers Branch | $13,920 | $55,431 | $59,763 | $56,517 | 1.02 |
| National Median | — | $47,506 | — | $26,000 | 0.55 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with business/commerce graduates
Sales Managers
Industrial Production Managers
Quality Control Systems Managers
Geothermal Production Managers
Biofuels Production Managers
Biomass Power Plant Managers
Hydroelectric Production Managers
Construction Managers
Administrative Services Managers
Facilities Managers
Security Managers
Chief Executives
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 DeVry University-Texas, approximately 37% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 123 graduates with reported earnings and 130 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.