Educational Administration and Supervision at Southern Methodist University
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Southern Methodist University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Southern Methodist University graduates earn $107k, placing them in the 77th percentile of all educational administration and supervision doctoral programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Educational Administration and Supervision doctoral's programs at peer institutions in Texas (33 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Methodist University | $106,889 | — | — | — |
| The University of Texas at Austin | $108,966 | $83,640 | — | — |
| Dallas Baptist University | $108,105 | — | — | — |
| East Texas A&M University | $94,700 | $93,355 | — | — |
| University of North Texas | $94,143 | $82,620 | — | — |
| University of St Thomas | $92,624 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $94,220 | — | — | — |
Other Educational Administration and Supervision Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $11,678 | $108,966 | — |
| Dallas Baptist University Dallas | $38,140 | $108,105 | — |
| East Texas A&M University Commerce | $10,026 | $94,700 | — |
| University of North Texas Denton | $11,164 | $94,143 | — |
| University of St Thomas Houston | $33,660 | $92,624 | — |
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 Southern Methodist University, approximately 12% 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.