Biology at Texas A&M University-San Antonio

Texas A&M-San Antonio's biology graduates earn just under $30,000 in their first year—about $2,500 below the Texas median and nearly $7,000 less than what biology majors earn at nearby Texas State. This isn't a catastrophic gap, but it matters when you're servicing $24,875 in student loans on an entry-level salary. The debt burden itself sits right at the national median for biology programs, so the real issue is the earnings side of the equation.

The program serves a primarily first-generation and Pell-eligible student body (51% receive Pell grants), which explains the accessible admission standards and likely contributes to career outcomes that lag more selective programs. Biology graduates from this campus may need additional credentialing—whether a master's degree, certification, or specialized training—to reach the earnings levels seen at other Texas schools. That's common for biology majors generally, but the starting point here is lower than most.

For families prioritizing access and affordability in San Antonio, this program keeps debt manageable even if earnings start modest. But if your student is considering biology as a pre-med or pre-health track, compare carefully against other Texas public universities where the same degree yields 15-20% higher first-year earnings. The difference compounds over time and can make loan repayment substantially easier.