Agricultural Business and Management (Bachelor's Degree) at East Texas A&M University

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$49,208

Est. from TX median (6 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$20,313

Est. from TX median (6 programs)

Analysis

Similar agricultural business programs in Texas suggest first-year earnings around $49,200 against debt of roughly $20,300—a manageable 0.41 ratio that means your child would owe about five months of their first year's salary. For context, Texas A&M-College Station's ag business graduates earn about $50,500, while Tarleton State's earn closer to $45,100, putting this estimate squarely in the middle of what Texas schools actually report. The national median for this major sits at $48,300, so the Texas market appears slightly stronger.

The debt burden here looks reasonable for an agricultural field that typically leads to steady employment. At East Texas A&M, where 41% of students receive Pell grants, keeping borrowing below $21,000 for a bachelor's degree represents solid cost management. Agricultural business combines practical farm management skills with finance and marketing knowledge—competencies that translate to careers beyond traditional farming, including agribusiness corporations, commodity trading, and rural banking.

The caveat: these are estimates based on peer programs because this specific program has too few recent graduates for the Department of Education to publish outcomes. That could signal a small, personalized program—or simply recent changes to the curriculum. Before committing, verify current enrollment numbers and ask the department directly about job placement rates and alumni outcomes. The financial framework looks sound, but you'll want confirmation that this particular program delivers on it.

Where East Texas A&M University Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all agricultural business and management bachelors's programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Texas

Agricultural Business and Management bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (13 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
East Texas A&M UniversityCommerce	$10,026	$49,208*	—	$20,313*	—
West Texas A & M UniversityCanyon	$9,101	$52,749*	$55,175	$19,125*	0.36
Texas A&M University-College StationCollege Station	$13,099	$50,509*	$63,533	$20,125*	0.40
Texas Tech UniversityLubbock	$11,852	$50,509*	$71,893	$19,588*	0.39
Sam Houston State UniversityHuntsville	$9,228	$47,907*	$55,294	$20,643*	0.43
Tarleton State UniversityStephenville	$7,878	$45,097*	$49,434	$21,500*	0.48
National Median	—	$48,338*	—	$20,000*	0.41

* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with agricultural business and management graduates

Economists

Conduct research, prepare reports, or formulate plans to address economic problems related to the production and distribution of goods and services or monetary and fiscal policy. May collect and process economic and statistical data using sampling techniques and econometric methods.

$115,440/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Environmental Economists

Conduct economic analysis related to environmental protection and use of the natural environment, such as water, air, land, and renewable energy resources. Evaluate and quantify benefits, costs, incentives, and impacts of alternative options using economic principles and statistical techniques.

$115,440/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the management or operation of farms, ranches, greenhouses, aquacultural operations, nurseries, timber tracts, or other agricultural establishments. May hire, train, and supervise farm workers or contract for services to carry out the day-to-day activities of the managed operation. May engage in or supervise planting, cultivating, harvesting, and financial and marketing activities.

$87,980/yrJobs growth:High school diploma or equivalent

Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in the agricultural sciences. Includes teachers of agronomy, dairy sciences, fisheries management, horticultural sciences, poultry sciences, range management, and agricultural soil conservation. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Economics Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in economics. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products

Sell goods for wholesalers or manufacturers to businesses or groups of individuals. Work requires substantial knowledge of items sold.

$74,100/yrJobs growth:

Computer User Support Specialists

Provide technical assistance to computer users. Answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, via telephone, or electronically. May provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software, including printing, installation, word processing, electronic mail, and operating systems.

$61,550/yrJobs growth:

Buyers and Purchasing Agents, Farm Products

Purchase farm products either for further processing or resale. Includes tree farm contractors, grain brokers and market operators, grain buyers, and tobacco buyers. May negotiate contracts.

Farm and Home Management Educators

Instruct and advise individuals and families engaged in agriculture, agricultural-related processes, or home management activities. Demonstrate procedures and apply research findings to advance agricultural and home management activities. May develop educational outreach programs. May instruct on either agricultural issues such as agricultural processes and techniques, pest management, and food safety, or on home management issues such as budgeting, nutrition, and child development.

First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers

Directly supervise and coordinate the activities of clerical and administrative support workers.

First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers

Directly supervise and coordinate the activities of agricultural, forestry, aquacultural, and related workers.

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 East Texas A&M University, approximately 41% 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 6 similar programs in TX. Actual outcomes may vary.