Economics at University of Dallas

University of Dallas economics graduates earn nearly $56,000 in their first year—about 9% above the Texas median for the program and solidly in the 64th percentile nationally. The $24,752 in typical debt translates to a 0.44 debt-to-earnings ratio, meaning graduates owe less than half their starting salary. That's manageable by any standard, especially considering the degree comes from a selective liberal arts university with an average SAT of 1284.

The earnings trajectory is modest but steady, reaching nearly $58,000 by year four. While this falls well short of Rice ($79k) or SMU ($72k), it compares favorably to UT Austin's outcomes and essentially matches Trinity's results at likely lower debt levels. The relatively small economics cohort (under 30 graduates) means these numbers could shift year to year, but the pattern shows consistent employability without crushing debt.

For families evaluating economics programs in Texas, this represents a middle-tier option that delivers above-median results without the price tag or competition of top programs. The debt burden is reasonable enough that graduates have breathing room to pursue graduate school or entry-level positions that might pay less initially but offer better long-term prospects.