Where Texas State University Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all communication disorders sciences and services bachelors's programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas State University | — | $61,428 | — |
| Baylor University | $38,174 | $57,805 | +51% |
| The University of Texas at Austin | $22,286 | $53,486 | +140% |
| Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center | $27,008 | $52,064 | +93% |
| University of North Texas | $28,337 | $51,985 | +83% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (20 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Texas State UniversitySan Marcos | $11,450 | $27,008* | $61,428 | $18,524 | — |
 Baylor UniversityWaco | $54,844 | $38,174* | $57,805 | $21,000 | 0.55 |
 Stephen F Austin State UniversityNacogdoches | $10,600 | $34,509* | $47,458 | $20,500 | 0.59 |
 University of HoustonHouston | $9,711 | $30,395* | $47,703 | $20,250 | 0.67 |
 University of North TexasDenton | $11,164 | $28,337* | $51,985 | $20,500 | 0.72 |
 Texas Tech University Health Sciences CenterLubbock | — | $27,008* | $52,064 | $21,500 | 0.80 |
| National Median | — | $24,702* | — | $22,362 | 0.91 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with communication disorders sciences and services graduates
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 Texas State University, approximately 36% 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 9 similar programs in TX. Actual outcomes may vary.