Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians (Bachelor's Degree) at Texas State University

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$55,036

Est. from TX median (5 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$23,347

Est. from TX median (5 programs)

Analysis

Similar programs in Texas suggest graduates earn around $55,000 in their first year with roughly $23,000 in debt—a manageable 0.42 debt-to-earnings ratio that falls right in line with what comparable industrial production technology programs produce statewide. The challenge is that this estimate places Texas State near the middle of the Texas pack, well behind standouts like Lamar ($85,000) and Texas A&M-College Station ($68,000), suggesting the program name alone doesn't guarantee strong outcomes across institutions.

The fundamentals look reasonable for a technical bachelor's degree: the estimated debt load is modest, and the ratio suggests graduates could realistically tackle loans while building careers in manufacturing, quality control, or production management. Texas's industrial base provides decent employment opportunities, though first-year earnings lag behind the $60,000 national median for these programs. The gap between top-performing and mid-tier programs in Texas is substantial enough that it's worth investigating what differentiates them—industry partnerships, specialized equipment access, or regional employer connections could all play a role.

Without actual outcome data for Texas State's specific cohort, you're making an investment decision based on peer program performance rather than proven results from this campus. If your student is committed to industrial technology, compare Texas State's curriculum and industry ties directly against schools like Lamar or Texas A&M that report significantly stronger earnings.

Where Texas State University Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all industrial production technologies/technicians bachelors's programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Texas

Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (12 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	$55,036*	—	$23,347*	—
Lamar UniversityBeaumont	$8,690	$84,746*	$80,134	$37,672*	0.44
Texas A&M University-College StationCollege Station	$13,099	$68,154*	—	$22,462*	0.33
Tarleton State UniversityStephenville	$7,878	$55,036*	$71,921	$25,750*	0.47
Texas A&M University-KingsvilleKingsville	$9,892	$50,039*	$61,808	$23,347*	0.47
Sam Houston State UniversityHuntsville	$9,228	$49,623*	—	$21,500*	0.43
National Median	—	$59,822*	—	$24,250*	0.41

* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with industrial production technologies/technicians graduates

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Apply electrical and electronic theory and related knowledge, usually under the direction of engineering staff, to design, build, repair, adjust, and modify electrical components, circuitry, controls, and machinery for subsequent evaluation and use by engineering staff in making engineering design decisions.

$77,180/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Apply engineering theory and principles to problems of industrial layout or manufacturing production, usually under the direction of engineering staff. May perform time and motion studies on worker operations in a variety of industries for purposes such as establishing standard production rates or improving efficiency.

$64,790/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Implement production processes and operate commercial-scale production equipment to produce, test, or modify materials, devices, or systems of unique molecular or macromolecular composition. Operate advanced microscopy equipment to manipulate nanoscale objects. Work under the supervision of nanoengineering staff.

$64,790/yrJobs growth:Associate's degree

Semiconductor Processing Technicians

Perform any or all of the following functions in the manufacture of electronic semiconductors: load semiconductor material into furnace; saw formed ingots into segments; load individual segment into crystal growing chamber and monitor controls; locate crystal axis in ingot using x-ray equipment and saw ingots into wafers; and clean, polish, and load wafers into series of special purpose furnaces, chemical baths, and equipment used to form circuitry and change conductive properties.

$51,180/yrJobs growth:High school diploma or equivalent

Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers

Use hand-welding, flame-cutting, hand-soldering, or brazing equipment to weld or join metal components or to fill holes, indentations, or seams of fabricated metal products.

$51,000/yrJobs growth:High school diploma or equivalent

Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other

All engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, not listed separately.

Non-Destructive Testing Specialists

Test the safety of structures, vehicles, or vessels using x-ray, ultrasound, fiber optic or related equipment.

Photonics Technicians

Build, install, test, or maintain optical or fiber optic equipment, such as lasers, lenses, or mirrors, using spectrometers, interferometers, or related equipment.

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 5 similar programs in TX. Actual outcomes may vary.