Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences at Tarleton State 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
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tarleton State University | $35,501* | $41,738 | $26,690* | — |
| Sam Houston State University | $37,540* | — | $26,000* | 0.69 |
| Texas Tech University | $35,501* | $43,909 | $26,690* | 0.75 |
| Stephen F Austin State University | $34,452* | $36,248 | $27,500* | 0.80 |
| National Median | $31,748* | — | $26,500* | 0.83 |
Other Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Houston State University Huntsville | $9,228 | $37,540 | $26,000 |
| Texas Tech University Lubbock | $11,852 | $35,501 | $26,690 |
| Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches | $10,600 | $34,452 | $27,500 |
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 Tarleton State University, approximately 37% 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 3 similar programs in TX. Actual outcomes may vary.