Business/Commerce at Texas Tech University
Bachelor's Degree
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
Business/Commerce bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (41 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Tech University | — | $83,158 | — | — |
| The University of Texas at Austin | $94,041 | — | — | — |
| Baylor University | $74,886 | $90,608 | $15,000 | 0.20 |
| Concordia University Texas | $60,641 | $71,368 | $38,138 | 0.63 |
| DeVry University-Texas | $57,020 | $56,664 | $47,236 | 0.83 |
| University of Houston-Clear Lake | $56,494 | $70,808 | $23,766 | 0.42 |
| National Median | $47,506 | — | $26,000 | 0.55 |
Other Business/Commerce Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $11,678 | $94,041 | — |
| Baylor University Waco | $54,844 | $74,886 | $15,000 |
| Concordia University Texas Austin | $36,690 | $60,641 | $38,138 |
| DeVry University-Texas Irving | $17,488 | $57,020 | $47,236 |
| University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston | $7,746 | $56,494 | $23,766 |
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 Tech University, approximately 26% 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.