Business/Commerce at Strayer University-Texas

Strayer University-Texas delivers strong earning outcomes for business graduates, with first-year salaries of $55,431 that significantly outpace both national ($47,506) and Texas ($45,899) medians. This program ranks in the 81st percentile nationally, meaning it outperforms roughly 4 out of 5 business programs across the country. However, these solid earnings come at a steep premium—median debt of $56,517 is more than double both the national ($26,000) and Texas ($25,156) averages for business degrees.

The debt burden creates a challenging financial picture despite the strong earnings. With a debt-to-income ratio of 1.02, graduates essentially carry debt equal to their entire first year's salary. While earnings do grow to nearly $60,000 by year four, the 8% growth rate is modest, meaning the debt burden remains substantial for years. The 74% Pell Grant rate indicates this program serves many lower-income students, making the high debt levels particularly concerning.

For families considering this program, the key question is whether the earning premium justifies paying roughly twice the typical debt load for a business degree. While graduates do earn well above average, several Texas alternatives like UT Austin or Baylor offer significantly higher earnings, and many state schools likely provide similar outcomes at much lower cost.