History at The University of Texas at San Antonio

UTSA's history program lands right in the middle of Texas offerings—performing near both the state median and national benchmarks—but the 31% earnings jump over four years deserves attention. Most liberal arts degrees see graduates plateau quickly; these alumni are still climbing significantly by year four, reaching $43,536. That's roughly $9,000 above the typical history grad nationally at that point.

The debt load of $22,562 sits comfortably below both state and national averages, giving graduates breathing room with a first-year debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.68. While top Texas programs like UT-Arlington ($44,806) and Texas A&M ($42,899) show higher initial earnings, UTSA graduates end up in similar territory by year four—suggesting the institution's accessibility (88% admission rate, serving a substantial Pell-eligible population) doesn't limit long-term outcomes. The 40th percentile state ranking reflects that slower start more than any ceiling on potential.

For families weighing cost against outcomes, this represents a practical path into history education without excessive debt. The trajectory matters more than the starting point here: graduates who launch at $33,264 but reach $43,536 within four years are building momentum that could continue. Just understand you're choosing steady growth over immediate returns.