Real Estate at The University of Texas at San Antonio

UTSA's real estate program lands graduates at $42K straight out of college—well below both the Texas median ($51K) and national average ($55K). That 5th percentile national ranking signals this program significantly underperforms peers across the country. Even within Texas, where it ranks at just the 25th percentile, only one other public university (UNT at $44K) shows comparable starting salaries among the state's seven programs.

The redeeming factor is impressive earnings momentum. By year four, graduates reach $61K, representing 45% growth and closing much of the gap with state and national averages. The debt load of $21,500 is essentially median for the field, meaning the manageable 0.51 debt-to-earnings ratio improves significantly as those salaries climb. For students already planning to attend UTSA or those who need the accessible admission standards (88% acceptance rate), the program's trajectory offers a viable path to competitive mid-career earnings.

However, prospective real estate students with other options should note that TCU graduates start at $68K and Baylor at $58K—salaries UTSA grads won't approach until several years into their careers. That's lost earning potential during crucial early financial years. If your child has the credentials for a more selective program, the faster start elsewhere likely outweighs UTSA's eventual catch-up, especially since real estate careers often depend heavily on early networking and deal experience.