Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations (Bachelor's Degree) at University of North Texas at Dallas

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$45,265

Est. from TX median (7 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$22,386

Est. from TX median (4 programs)

Analysis

The typical entrepreneurship bachelor's program in Texas produces first-year earnings around $45,000, which puts this UNT Dallas program squarely in the middle of the state's range. But that median conceals a striking gulf: graduates from Texas Christian or Baylor earn $60,000-plus, while programs at the lower end produce barely $30,000. Without specific outcomes data for UNT Dallas, parents are essentially betting on which end of that spectrum this program delivers—and at a school where 51% of students receive Pell grants and the average SAT is 916, the odds may favor the lower half.

The estimated $22,400 in debt isn't alarming on its face, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio under 0.5. That's manageable if the $45,000 figure holds. The real question is whether UNT Dallas provides the network, mentorship, and business connections that entrepreneurship students need to launch successfully. Those advantages typically explain why TCU and Baylor graduates out-earn their peers by 30-40% in the same field. If this program resembles the main UNT campus (which reports the median earnings figure), that would be encouraging. If it performs closer to regional competitors at the lower end, parents should understand their child will likely spend several years earning less than $35,000 while carrying this debt load.

Where University of North Texas at Dallas Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all entrepreneurial and small business operations bachelors's programs nationally

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
University of North Texas at DallasDallas	$9,590	$45,265*	—	$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 University of North Texas at Dallas, approximately 51% 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.