General Sales, Merchandising at Texas A&M University-College Station

Texas A&M's sales program launches graduates into strong earnings territory—$66,372 puts them solidly above both the national median ($53,448) and Texas median ($58,664), though still trailing Baylor's business-focused program by a meaningful margin. With relatively modest debt of $22,000, the 0.33 debt-to-earnings ratio means graduates can expect to pay off their loans in about four months of pre-tax income, a comfortable position that most financial advisors would approve.

The 60th percentile ranking among Texas programs tells you this is a solid middle-tier option in the state—you're getting better-than-average outcomes without paying Baylor-level tuition or taking on corresponding debt. The fact that this program performs even better nationally (79th percentile) reflects Texas's generally strong business job market, where even middle-ranked programs compete favorably with other states.

For a sales or merchandising career, Texas A&M delivers what matters most: immediate earning power and manageable debt. The Aggie network's reputation for business placements appears to translate into real dollars here, giving graduates a legitimate head start in corporate sales roles across Texas and beyond.