Business/Commerce at The University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How The University of Texas at Austin graduates compare to all programs nationally
The University of Texas at Austin graduates earn $94k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all business/commerce bachelors programs nationally.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Strayer University-Texas | $55,431 | $59,763 | $56,517 | 1.02 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Strayer University-Texas Farmers Branch | $13,920 | $55,431 | $56,517 |
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 Austin, approximately 25% 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 23 graduates with reported earnings and 13 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.