Social Work at Texas State University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Texas State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Texas State University graduates earn $55k, placing them in the 75th percentile of all social work masters programs nationally.
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
Social Work masters's programs at peer institutions in Texas (21 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas State University | $55,185 | $51,233 | — | — |
| University of Houston | $55,656 | $56,044 | — | — |
| The University of Texas at Austin | $53,515 | $54,977 | — | — |
| Texas Tech University | $53,166 | — | — | — |
| The University of Texas at San Antonio | $52,502 | $58,372 | — | — |
| The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | $52,422 | $59,435 | — | — |
| National Median | $51,351 | — | — | — |
Other Social Work Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Houston Houston | $9,711 | $55,656 | — |
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $11,678 | $53,515 | — |
| Texas Tech University Lubbock | $11,852 | $53,166 | — |
| The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio | $8,991 | $52,502 | — |
| The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg | $9,859 | $52,422 | — |
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.