Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods at The University of Texas at Austin
Master'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 $97k, placing them in the 65th percentile of all management sciences and quantitative methods masters programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods masters's programs at peer institutions in Texas (19 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas at Austin | $96,749 | $133,663 | — | — |
| Texas A&M University-College Station | $124,605 | — | — | — |
| The University of Texas at San Antonio | $99,283 | — | — | — |
| The University of Texas at Dallas | $88,049 | $110,936 | — | — |
| Southern Methodist University | $87,906 | — | — | — |
| East Texas A&M University | $84,836 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $89,942 | — | — | — |
Other Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $13,099 | $124,605 | — |
| The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio | $8,991 | $99,283 | — |
| The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson | $14,564 | $88,049 | — |
| Southern Methodist University Dallas | $64,460 | $87,906 | — |
| East Texas A&M University Commerce | $10,026 | $84,836 | — |
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.