International Business (Bachelor's Degree) at The University of Texas at Arlington

Median Earnings (1yr)

$48,625

45th percentile

60th percentile in Texas

Median Debt

$17,999

23% below national median

Analysis

UTA's International Business program delivers stronger value than most Texas competitors, placing graduates in the 60th percentile statewide for earnings—well above the Texas median of $41,911. While these graduates earn slightly below the national median at $48,625, they're doing this with roughly $5,500 less debt than the typical international business graduate nationwide. The 0.37 debt-to-earnings ratio is particularly manageable, and earnings climb steadily to $54,622 by year four, suggesting good career trajectory rather than a plateau.

The most compelling comparison is against other Texas programs. UTA graduates out-earn peers from more selective schools like UT Dallas and Baylor, despite the university's 81% admission rate and accessible profile. The debt load of $17,999 is reasonable for a degree that delivers mid-$40,000s starting salaries, especially at an institution where 40% of students receive Pell grants—indicating strong economic mobility potential.

For Texas families looking at in-state tuition, this program punches above its weight. You're getting better-than-state-median outcomes at a price point that won't burden your graduate with excessive debt, and the earnings growth shows employers value these skills over time.

Where The University of Texas at Arlington Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all international business bachelors's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How The University of Texas at Arlington 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
The University of Texas at Arlington	$48,625	$54,622	+12%
The University of Texas at Dallas	$44,228	$80,589	+82%
Saint Edward's University	$51,843	$62,711	+21%
Baylor University	$40,782	$62,473	+53%
University of Houston-Downtown	$41,911	$50,379	+20%

Compare to Similar Programs in Texas

International Business bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (30 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
The University of Texas at ArlingtonArlington	$11,728	$48,625	$54,622	$17,999	0.37
Saint Edward's UniversityAustin	$51,384	$51,843	$62,711	$24,218	0.47
Texas A&M University-San AntonioSan Antonio	$9,548	$46,714	—	—	—
The University of Texas at DallasRichardson	$14,564	$44,228	$80,589	$17,734	0.40
University of Houston-DowntownHouston	$7,708	$41,911	$50,379	$13,978	0.33
Baylor UniversityWaco	$54,844	$40,782	$62,473	—	—
National Median	—	$49,890	—	$23,472	0.47

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with international business graduates

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

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Business Operations Specialists, All Other

All business operations specialists not listed separately.

Business Continuity Planners

Develop, maintain, or implement business continuity and disaster recovery strategies and solutions, including risk assessments, business impact analyses, strategy selection, and documentation of business continuity and disaster recovery procedures. Plan, conduct, and debrief regular mock-disaster exercises to test the adequacy of existing plans and strategies, updating procedures and plans regularly. Act as a coordinator for continuity efforts after a disruption event.

Sustainability Specialists

Address organizational sustainability issues, such as waste stream management, green building practices, and green procurement plans.

Online Merchants

Conduct retail activities of businesses operating exclusively online. May perform duties such as preparing business strategies, buying merchandise, managing inventory, implementing marketing activities, fulfilling and shipping online orders, and balancing financial records.

Security Management Specialists

Conduct security assessments for organizations, and design security systems and processes. May specialize in areas such as physical security or the safety of employees and facilities.

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 The University of Texas at Arlington, 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 50 graduates with reported earnings and 43 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.