Compare 10 Family Systems. programs in Texas. Average earnings: $42,452.
The highest-earning Family Systems program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $25K earnings gap across 10 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
The University of Texas at Austin's Family Systems program leads with graduates earning $51,787, well above the state average of $42,452. Baylor follows at $48,704, while Texas Tech reaches $45,788—demonstrating that program quality varies independently of school selectivity.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. UT Austin graduates borrow $20,500 and face just a 9.6% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. When parent loans are included, University of Houston leads with a 23.7% family burden, proving the best choice depends on who's paying.
Highest program earnings: $51,787
Strong outcomes ($48,704) with 51% acceptance
9.6% payment burden | Good
23.7% family burden | Challenging
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $51,787 | 201 | $20,500 | Good | $26,632 | Challenging | |
| #2 | Baylor UniversityPrivate | $48,704 | 37 | $23,000 | Manageable | $50,786 | High |
| #3 | Texas Tech UniversityPublic | $45,788 | 209 | $21,500 | Manageable | $23,443 | High |
| #4 | University Of HoustonPublic | $45,141 | 119 | $18,194 | Good | $18,072 | Challenging |
| #5 | Abilene Christian UniversityPrivate | $43,979 | 18 | $24,250 | Manageable | $26,542 | High |
| #6 | $40,903 | 32 | $17,750 | Manageable | $13,000 | Challenging | |
| #7 | Texas State UniversityPublic | $40,898 | 109 | $21,000 | Manageable | $22,500 | High |
| #8 | Texas Woman's UniversityPublic | $40,816 | 92 | $19,218 | Manageable | $13,471 | High |
| #9 | $39,608 | 80 | $19,250 | Manageable | $23,211 | High | |
| #10 | $26,897 | 19 | $12,950 | High | $8,107 | 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.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
