General Sales, Merchandising at Lamar University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
General Sales, Merchandising bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (6 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lamar University | $58,665* | — | $23,500* | — |
| Baylor University | $84,271* | $129,286 | $20,500* | 0.24 |
| Texas A&M University-College Station | $66,372* | — | $22,000* | 0.33 |
| University of Houston | $50,957* | $64,385 | $24,250* | 0.48 |
| Wade College | $35,406* | $36,333 | $47,248* | 1.33 |
| National Median | $53,448* | — | $24,649* | 0.46 |
Other General Sales, Merchandising Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baylor University Waco | $54,844 | $84,271 | $20,500 |
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $13,099 | $66,372 | $22,000 |
| University of Houston Houston | $9,711 | $50,957 | $24,250 |
| Wade College Dallas | $17,692 | $35,406 | $47,248 |
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 Lamar University, approximately 44% 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.