Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations (Bachelor's Degree) at The University of Texas at San Antonio

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$45,265

Est. from TX median (7 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$22,386

Est. from TX median (4 programs)

Analysis

A debt load around $22,000 for bachelor's-level entrepreneurship training looks manageable on paper, but the earnings picture based on comparable Texas programs reveals a challenging reality. Similar entrepreneurship bachelor's programs in the state suggest first-year earnings of about $45,000—which translates to roughly $3,700 monthly before taxes and loan payments. That debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.49 is reasonable compared to many fields, but entrepreneurship degrees present a unique complication: the whole point is often to start your own business, which typically means lower or inconsistent income in the early years.

What's particularly striking is how little earnings appear to grow between years one and four—staying essentially flat around $45,000. Compare this to TCU's $65,000 or Baylor's $59,000 for entrepreneurship grads, and you see significant variation in outcomes across Texas programs. The $45,000 figure from peer programs suggests UTSA students land somewhere in the middle of the state's range, but these estimates tell us nothing about whether graduates are actually launching businesses or taking conventional jobs, which fundamentally changes the value calculation.

For families investing in this degree, the core question isn't just about the debt—it's whether a structured entrepreneurship program is the right path versus gaining business experience more directly. If your child plans to start a business immediately after graduation, factor in that they may earn considerably less than these estimates suggest in their first years. If they're using this as preparation for a traditional business career, understand they'll likely be competing with general business majors who may have stronger analytical skill sets.

Where The University of Texas at San Antonio Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all entrepreneurial and small business operations bachelors's 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 San Antonio	—	$45,403	—
Brown University	$67,900	$111,654	+64%
Baylor University	$59,052	$78,193	+32%
University of North Texas	$45,265	$55,824	+23%
Lamar University	$32,129	$37,736	+17%

Compare to Similar Programs in Texas

Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (16 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
The University of Texas at San AntonioSan Antonio	$8,991	$45,265*	$45,403	$22,386*	—
Texas Christian UniversityFort Worth	$57,220	$65,028*	—	$25,292*	0.39
Baylor UniversityWaco	$54,844	$59,052*	$78,193	$19,375*	0.33
University of HoustonHouston	$9,711	$52,752*	—	$11,100*	0.21
University of North TexasDenton	$11,164	$45,265*	$55,824	$19,365*	0.43
Lamar UniversityBeaumont	$8,690	$32,129*	$37,736	$25,406*	0.79
National Median	—	$45,265*	—	$24,125*	0.53

* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with entrepreneurial and small business operations 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:

Personal Service Managers, All Other

All personal service managers not listed separately.

Fitness and Wellness Coordinators

Manage or coordinate fitness and wellness programs and services. Manage and train staff of wellness specialists, health educators, or fitness instructors.

Spa Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of a spa facility. Coordinate programs, schedule and direct staff, and oversee financial activities.

Managers, All Other

All managers not listed separately.

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Compliance Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization to ensure compliance with ethical or regulatory standards.

Loss Prevention Managers

Plan and direct policies, procedures, or systems to prevent the loss of assets. Determine risk exposure or potential liability, and develop risk control measures.

Wind Energy Operations Managers

Manage wind field operations, including personnel, maintenance activities, financial activities, and planning.

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 San Antonio, approximately 42% 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.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 7 similar programs in TX. Actual outcomes may vary.