Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities at Southern Methodist University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (56 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Methodist University | — | $69,083 | — | — |
| University of St Thomas | $53,187 | — | $25,000 | 0.47 |
| University of the Incarnate Word | $47,241 | $60,690 | $21,004 | 0.44 |
| The University of Texas at Austin | $45,243 | $59,458 | $19,052 | 0.42 |
| Wayland Baptist University | $44,688 | $52,558 | $24,258 | 0.54 |
| Lamar University | $43,524 | $43,525 | $29,298 | 0.67 |
| National Median | $36,340 | — | $27,000 | 0.74 |
Other Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of St Thomas Houston | $33,660 | $53,187 | $25,000 |
| University of the Incarnate Word San Antonio | $35,660 | $47,241 | $21,004 |
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $11,678 | $45,243 | $19,052 |
| Wayland Baptist University Plainview | $23,186 | $44,688 | $24,258 |
| Lamar University Beaumont | $8,690 | $43,524 | $29,298 |
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.