Business Administration, Management and Operations at The University of Texas at Arlington

UT Arlington's business program offers solid middle-ground value, outperforming most Texas competitors while keeping debt manageable. At $45,534 in first-year earnings, graduates earn slightly above the state median of $44,084 and land in the 60th percentile among Texas business programs—a respectable showing in a state with 94 competing programs. The $20,823 debt load is notably lower than both the national ($26,000) and state ($24,250) medians, creating a favorable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.46.

The earnings trajectory shows healthy growth, jumping 21% to nearly $55,000 by year four. While this doesn't match elite programs like UT Austin ($66,289) or TCU ($71,984), those schools likely carry higher costs and admission barriers. With an 81% acceptance rate and 40% of students receiving Pell grants, UTA provides accessible business education that delivers on its promise.

For parents weighing cost against outcome, this program represents a pragmatic choice. Your child gets solid earning potential without crushing debt, plus the benefit of a robust sample size (100+ graduates) that makes these numbers reliable. The combination of below-average debt and above-state-average earnings creates a foundation for financial stability rather than spectacular wealth.