Economics at University of St Thomas
Bachelor's Degree
Where University of St Thomas Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all economics bachelors's programs nationally
Programs in the upper-left quadrant (high earnings, low debt) offer the best value. Programs in the lower-right quadrant warrant careful consideration.
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Economics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (26 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of St Thomas | $51,068* | — | $19,500* | — |
| Rice University | $78,814* | $88,145 | $11,289* | 0.14 |
| Southern Methodist University | $71,630* | $74,491 | $19,500* | 0.27 |
| The University of Texas at Austin | $58,717* | $81,620 | $21,125* | 0.36 |
| Trinity University | $57,482* | $72,862 | $20,500* | 0.36 |
| University of Dallas | $55,732* | $57,745 | $24,752* | 0.44 |
| National Median | $51,722* | — | $22,816* | 0.44 |
Other Economics Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rice University Houston | $58,128 | $78,814 | $11,289 |
| Southern Methodist University Dallas | $64,460 | $71,630 | $19,500 |
| The University of Texas at Austin Austin | $11,678 | $58,717 | $21,125 |
| Trinity University San Antonio | $51,352 | $57,482 | $20,500 |
| University of Dallas Irving | $50,880 | $55,732 | $24,752 |
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 St Thomas, approximately 38% 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 14 similar programs in TX. Actual outcomes may vary.