Compare 10 International Business. programs in Texas. Average earnings: $48,662.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, International Business tells a different story. Across 10 programs in Texas, earnings range from $15,202 to $80,589—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
The University of Texas at Dallas's International Business program leads with graduates earning $80,589, far exceeding the state average of $48,662. Saint Edward's University follows at $62,711, while Baylor University produces $62,473—demonstrating that program-specific factors drive outcomes more than institutional prestige.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. UT Dallas graduates borrow $18,000 and face just a 4.3% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. When parent loans are included, the family burden rises to 10.1% but remains in the 'Good' tier, proving top programs can deliver both strong outcomes and manageable debt.
Highest program earnings: $80,589
Strong outcomes ($80,589) with 65% acceptance
4.3% payment burden | Excellent
10.1% family burden | Good
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $80,589 | 34 | $18,000 | Excellent | $21,495 | Good | |
| #2 | Saint Edward's UniversityPrivate | $62,711 | 36 | $24,803 | Good | $28,135 | Challenging |
| #3 | Baylor UniversityPrivate | $62,473 | 16 | $23,000 | Excellent | $50,786 | High |
| #4 | $54,622 | 44 | $17,527 | Excellent | $12,313 | Manageable | |
| #5 | $50,379 | 42 | $18,750 | Good | $10,000 | Manageable | |
| #6 | $49,600 | 17 | $21,983 | Good | $19,433 | Challenging | |
| #7 | $46,714 | 13 | $18,401 | Good | $9,333 | Manageable | |
| #8 | $35,060 | 12 | $23,409 | High | $18,080 | High | |
| #9 | $29,271 | 47 | $12,950 | High | $8,107 | High | |
| #10 | $15,202 | 14 | $18,000 | High | $11,916 | 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 →
