Analysis
Texas Woman's University's nutrition sciences program outperforms the majority of similar programs nationally, with graduates earning more than 77% of nutrition science bachelor's recipients across the country. The starting salary of $34,726 matches the Texas median exactly, placing it at the 60th percentile statewide—solidly middle-of-the-pack among the state's seven nutrition programs. More impressive is the debt picture: at $28,211, graduates here carry slightly more than the national median, but the manageable 0.81 debt-to-earnings ratio means they owe less than a year's salary, and the strong 38% earnings growth to $47,826 by year four makes that debt increasingly affordable.
The tradeoff is straightforward—this isn't the cheapest option in Texas (Texas Tech graduates carry significantly less debt), but it delivers better earnings outcomes than most alternatives. For a program at a school with a 95% admission rate serving a substantial population of Pell-eligible students, these results demonstrate solid career preparation in a field not known for high starting salaries.
For families comfortable with moderate debt levels in exchange for above-average earning potential and strong income growth, this program represents a reasonable investment. The debt burden is manageable from day one and becomes less burdensome as graduates progress in their careers.
Where Texas Woman's University Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all nutrition sciences bachelors's programs nationally
Earnings Distribution
How Texas Woman's 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 Woman's University | $34,726 | $47,826 | +38% |
| University of California-Berkeley | $35,161 | $64,929 | +85% |
| Cornell University | $30,508 | $58,713 | +92% |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh | $33,669 | $56,784 | +69% |
| Rutgers University-New Brunswick | $20,764 | $55,966 | +170% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Nutrition Sciences bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (7 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Texas Woman's UniversityDenton | $8,648 | $34,726 | $47,826 | $28,211 | 0.81 |
 Texas A&M University-College StationCollege Station | $13,099 | $40,504 | — | $21,850 | 0.54 |
 Texas Tech UniversityLubbock | $11,852 | $23,843 | — | $24,250 | 1.02 |
| National Median | — | $30,508 | — | $24,020 | 0.79 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with nutrition sciences graduates
Natural Sciences Managers
Clinical Research Coordinators
Water Resource Specialists
Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
Dietitians and Nutritionists
Biological Scientists, All Other
Bioinformatics Scientists
Molecular and Cellular Biologists
Geneticists
Biologists
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 Woman's University, approximately 40% 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 71 graduates with reported earnings and 101 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.