Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods (Bachelor's Degree) at Texas Wesleyan University

Analysis

Texas Wesleyan's Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods program starts graduates at barely half the typical Texas earnings for this degree—$33,097 versus the state median of $57,251. Among the 11 Texas schools offering this program, this ranks in just the 10th percentile, trailing not only UT Dallas and University of North Texas but even regional competitors like UT San Antonio. The first-year earnings are closer to what you'd expect from a general business degree at a community college than a specialized quantitative methods program.

The 67% earnings jump to $55,391 by year four suggests eventual recovery, but that still leaves graduates earning about the Texas median after four years of career development—time during which peers from stronger programs have moved well ahead. With $25,500 in debt (slightly above both state and national medians), the initial debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.77 is manageable, but the real cost is measured in lost earnings during those crucial early career years.

For families considering this program, recognize that the quantitative methods label doesn't guarantee quantitative analyst salaries here. Students with strong math aptitude might be better served by a more affordable state school option where their career trajectory starts higher, or a program with demonstrated placement into analytics roles that actually command the premium salaries this field should provide.

Where Texas Wesleyan University Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all management sciences and quantitative methods bachelors's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How Texas Wesleyan University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School	1 Year	4 Years	Growth
Texas Wesleyan University	$33,097	$55,391	+67%
New York University	$102,572	$129,049	+26%
Arizona State University Campus Immersion	$73,618	$104,448	+42%
The University of Texas at San Antonio	$47,528	$77,371	+63%
The University of Texas at Dallas	$61,303	$72,952	+19%

Compare to Similar Programs in Texas

Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (11 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Texas Wesleyan UniversityFort Worth	$37,934	$33,097	$55,391	$25,500	0.77
East Texas A&M UniversityCommerce	$10,026	$63,945	—	$27,854	0.44
The University of Texas at DallasRichardson	$14,564	$61,303	$72,952	$18,383	0.30
University of North TexasDenton	$11,164	$58,615	—	$18,000	0.31
Trinity UniversitySan Antonio	$51,352	$55,887	—	$23,929	0.43
The University of Texas at San AntonioSan Antonio	$8,991	$47,528	$77,371	$23,500	0.49
National Median	—	$62,069	—	$23,250	0.37

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with management sciences and quantitative methods graduates

Actuaries

Analyze statistical data, such as mortality, accident, sickness, disability, and retirement rates and construct probability tables to forecast risk and liability for payment of future benefits. May ascertain insurance rates required and cash reserves necessary to ensure payment of future benefits.

$125,770/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Data Scientists

Develop and implement a set of techniques or analytics applications to transform raw data into meaningful information using data-oriented programming languages and visualization software. Apply data mining, data modeling, natural language processing, and machine learning to extract and analyze information from large structured and unstructured datasets. Visualize, interpret, and report data findings. May create dynamic data reports.

$112,590/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Business Intelligence Analysts

Produce financial and market intelligence by querying data repositories and generating periodic reports. Devise methods for identifying data patterns and trends in available information sources.

$112,590/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Clinical Data Managers

Apply knowledge of health care and database management to analyze clinical data, and to identify and report trends.

$112,590/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Chief Executives

Determine and formulate policies and provide overall direction of companies or private and public sector organizations within guidelines set up by a board of directors or similar governing body. Plan, direct, or coordinate operational activities at the highest level of management with the help of subordinate executives and staff managers.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Chief Sustainability Officers

Communicate and coordinate with management, shareholders, customers, and employees to address sustainability issues. Enact or oversee a corporate sustainability strategy.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

General and Operations Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.

$105,350/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Statisticians

Develop or apply mathematical or statistical theory and methods to collect, organize, interpret, and summarize numerical data to provide usable information. May specialize in fields such as biostatistics, agricultural statistics, business statistics, or economic statistics. Includes mathematical and survey statisticians.

$104,350/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Biostatisticians

Develop and apply biostatistical theory and methods to the study of life sciences.

$104,350/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Financial Risk Specialists

Analyze and measure exposure to credit and market risk threatening the assets, earning capacity, or economic state of an organization. May make recommendations to limit risk.

$101,910/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Management Analysts

Conduct organizational studies and evaluations, design systems and procedures, conduct work simplification and measurement studies, and prepare operations and procedures manuals to assist management in operating more efficiently and effectively. Includes program analysts and management consultants.

$101,190/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Operations Research Analysts

Formulate and apply mathematical modeling and other optimizing methods to develop and interpret information that assists management with decisionmaking, policy formulation, or other managerial functions. May collect and analyze data and develop decision support software, services, or products. May develop and supply optimal time, cost, or logistics networks for program evaluation, review, or implementation.

$91,290/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

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 Wesleyan University, approximately 41% 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.

Sample Size: Based on 36 graduates with reported earnings and 33 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.