Management Information Systems and Services at McMurry University

Based on comparable MIS programs in Texas, McMurry's graduates can expect first-year earnings around $53,000—notably lower than the $59,000 national median and far behind what UT Austin ($87,000) or Texas A&M ($71,000) produce. For context, forty Texas schools offer this bachelor's degree, and McMurry's estimated outcomes sit at the state median, meaning roughly half of Texas MIS programs appear to generate stronger early earnings. The disconnect with top programs is substantial: a $33,000 gap with UT Austin represents real purchasing power and loan payoff capacity.

The estimated debt load of $26,500 creates a manageable 0.50 debt-to-earnings ratio, better than many programs nationwide. However, this estimate comes from national peer institutions rather than McMurry's actual outcomes, and the school's 45% Pell grant rate suggests many students may carry additional debt not captured here. Similar Texas MIS programs typically carry $20,500 in debt, so these projections assume slightly higher borrowing.

For parents weighing this investment, the core question is whether McMurry's smaller environment justifies earnings that peer data suggests will trail peer institutions by thousands annually. If your student has admission options at larger Texas public universities offering this major, the earnings gap makes those worth serious consideration. If McMurry's particular fit matters—perhaps for students who need a smaller campus or value the institution's mission—understand you're likely paying a financial premium that could take years to overcome.