Social Sciences at The University of Texas at San Antonio

A 0.61 debt-to-earnings ratio suggests manageable financial positioning for this social sciences degree, though both figures come from national peer programs rather than UTSA's specific outcomes. The estimated $22,116 in debt sits well below both the national median ($25,500) and particularly Texas's median ($50,249) for similar programs, while first-year earnings align with national expectations at around $36,000.

The accessibility here matters—with 42% of students on Pell grants and an 88% admission rate, UTSA serves many families for whom keeping debt low is critical. If these estimates hold true for actual graduates, the modest debt load gives breathing room that higher-earning social sciences programs don't always provide despite stronger salaries. However, $36,000 doesn't go as far in expensive metro areas, and social sciences degrees often require graduate work for career advancement, making that lower debt particularly valuable as a foundation.

The challenge is the uncertainty itself. With no reported data from UTSA or comparable Texas programs, you're essentially betting that this program performs like the national average. For families prioritizing affordability and accessibility, that's potentially reasonable—but verify whether your student has specific career plans that would make this degree viable without graduate school, or whether you're planning for additional education costs down the line.