Compare 8 Actuarial Science. programs in Texas. Average earnings: $62,962.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Actuarial Science tells a different story. Across 8 programs, earnings range from $38,289 to $81,249—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
Texas Christian University's Actuarial Science program leads with graduates earning $81,249, well above the $62,962 average. But UT San Antonio follows closely at $77,371 with an 88% acceptance rate, proving accessible programs can compete with selective private institutions.
For students, UT Dallas offers the lowest debt burden at 4.9% of discretionary income, earning an 'Excellent' affordability rating. For families considering parent loans, UT San Antonio leads with a 9.1% family burden—still in the 'Good' category where payments remain manageable.
Highest program earnings: $81,249
Strong outcomes ($77,371) with 88% acceptance
4.9% payment burden | Excellent
9.1% family burden | Good
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Texas Christian UniversityPrivate | $81,249 | 9 | $21,500 | Excellent | $54,925 | Challenging |
| #2 | $77,371 | 53 | $20,500 | Excellent | $13,859 | Good | |
| #3 | $72,952 | 113 | $18,000 | Excellent | $21,495 | Good | |
| #4 | $63,945 | 27 | $20,500 | Excellent | $15,265 | Manageable | |
| #5 | $58,615 | 43 | $19,250 | Excellent | $23,211 | Manageable | |
| #6 | Trinity UniversityPrivate | $55,887 | 37 | $22,954 | Good | $19,986 | Challenging |
| #7 | Texas Wesleyan UniversityPrivate | $55,391 | 22 | $23,125 | Good | $19,086 | Challenging |
| #8 | Hardin-Simmons UniversityPrivate | $38,289 | 6 | $24,711 | Challenging | $27,661 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
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