Real Estate at University of North Texas

UNT's real estate program starts graduates behind the pack—14th percentile nationally and below the Texas median—but the trajectory tells a more optimistic story. First-year earnings of $44,124 jump 37% to over $60,000 by year four, suggesting graduates gain traction as they build client networks and complete licensing requirements. The low debt load of $15,251 (among the lowest in the country for this degree) means new graduates aren't financially hamstrung during those crucial early career years when real estate professionals typically work on commission.

The weak point here is the starting salary. Among Texas real estate programs, this sits squarely in the middle, well behind TCU's $68,000 and even Baylor's $58,000. Parents should understand their child will likely spend the first few years earning less than peers from higher-ranked programs. However, by year four, UNT grads nearly catch up to the state median while carrying significantly less debt than graduates from most competing programs.

This program makes sense if your child needs an affordable entry point into real estate and has the hustle to build their business over time. The minimal debt gives them breathing room during the lean early years that characterize this profession. Just set realistic expectations about those first couple of years—the real payoff comes with patience and persistence.