Accounting at Midwestern State University

Midwestern State's accounting program produces graduates who earn roughly $4,000 less than the typical Texas accounting graduate, though debt levels remain manageable at $24,900—just slightly above the state median. That 40th percentile state ranking means students here are starting behind most of their in-state peers, including those from much larger public universities where starting salaries often exceed $67,000.

The 24% earnings growth over four years is solid, pushing graduates to $56,290 by year four, but they're still playing catch-up. For context, this program ranks in just the 18th percentile nationally, suggesting that Texas accounting programs generally outperform the national average, and even Midwestern State's middle-of-the-pack Texas standing places it well below the national median of $53,694 initially. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.55 is reasonable—graduates should be able to manage their loans—but they're sacrificing roughly $8,000 in annual starting salary compared to peers at UT Austin or Texas A&M.

For families seeking an affordable accounting degree with modest debt, this program delivers exactly that. However, if your child can gain admission to more competitive Texas public universities, the $15,000+ salary difference at graduation could compound significantly over a career. This is a serviceable option for students prioritizing accessibility and reasonable debt, not one for maximizing early-career earning potential.