Accounting (Bachelor's Degree) at Our Lady of the Lake University

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$49,406

Est. from TX median (43 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$22,759

Est. from TX median (10 programs)

Analysis

Texas accounting programs show enormous variation in outcomes, from around $49,000 to over $70,000 in first-year earnings. Our Lady of the Lake sits at the state median based on what similar Texas programs produce—roughly $49,400—with estimated debt around $22,750. That debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.46 falls comfortably below the warning threshold of 1.0, suggesting manageable repayment for most graduates.

The catch is visibility. With over half of students on Pell grants, Our Lady of the Lake serves a population that needs clear employment outcomes data, yet the school's accounting graduate pool is too small for the Department of Education to report actual figures. What we see instead reflects Texas's typical mid-tier accounting programs, not necessarily this institution's track record with employer networks or CPA exam preparation. The gap between these estimates and the state's top performers—schools placing graduates at $68,000 to $72,000—is substantial enough to matter over a career.

For families weighing this choice, the debt load appears reasonable, but the lack of program-specific data means you're betting on whether Our Lady of the Lake's accounting education matches or exceeds the state average. If this is your strongest admit, the fundamentals suggest workable numbers. If you're choosing between schools, prioritize programs with verified placement records in San Antonio's accounting market.

Where Our Lady of the Lake University Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all accounting bachelors's programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Texas

Accounting bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (67 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Our Lady of the Lake UniversitySan Antonio	$31,728	$49,406*	—	$22,759*	—
Texas Christian UniversityFort Worth	$57,220	$72,031*	$78,532	$17,778*	0.25
Southern Methodist UniversityDallas	$64,460	$68,643*	$77,801	$15,850*	0.23
Baylor UniversityWaco	$54,844	$68,187*	$80,617	$20,500*	0.30
The University of Texas at AustinAustin	$11,678	$68,082*	$78,482	$19,462*	0.29
Texas A&M University-College StationCollege Station	$13,099	$67,186*	$84,502	$17,641*	0.26
National Median	—	$53,694*	—	$25,000*	0.47

* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with accounting graduates

Financial Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate accounting, investing, banking, insurance, securities, and other financial activities of a branch, office, or department of an establishment.

$161,700/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Treasurers and Controllers

Direct financial activities, such as planning, procurement, and investments for all or part of an organization.

$161,700/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Investment Fund Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate investment strategy or operations for a large pool of liquid assets supplied by institutional investors or individual investors.

$161,700/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Financial and Investment Analysts

Conduct quantitative analyses of information involving investment programs or financial data of public or private institutions, including valuation of businesses.

$101,910/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Financial Risk Specialists

Analyze and measure exposure to credit and market risk threatening the assets, earning capacity, or economic state of an organization. May make recommendations to limit risk.

$101,910/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Financial Examiners

Enforce or ensure compliance with laws and regulations governing financial and securities institutions and financial and real estate transactions. May examine, verify, or authenticate records.

$90,400/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Budget Analysts

Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports.

$87,930/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Accountants and Auditors

Examine, analyze, and interpret accounting records to prepare financial statements, give advice, or audit and evaluate statements prepared by others. Install or advise on systems of recording costs or other financial and budgetary data.

$81,680/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Tax Examiners and Collectors, and Revenue Agents

Determine tax liability or collect taxes from individuals or business firms according to prescribed laws and regulations.

$59,740/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks

Compute, classify, and record numerical data to keep financial records complete. Perform any combination of routine calculating, posting, and verifying duties to obtain primary financial data for use in maintaining accounting records. May also check the accuracy of figures, calculations, and postings pertaining to business transactions recorded by other workers.

$49,210/yrJobs growth:Some college, no degree

Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks

Compile and record employee time and payroll data. May compute employees' time worked, production, and commission. May compute and post wages and deductions, or prepare paychecks.

$48,650/yrJobs growth:High school diploma or equivalent

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 Our Lady of the Lake University, approximately 57% 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 43 similar programs in TX. Actual outcomes may vary.