Compare 8 International/Globalization Studies. programs in Texas. Average earnings: $43,410.
The highest-earning International/Globalization Studies program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $28K earnings gap across 8 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
The University of Texas at Austin's International/Globalization Studies program leads with graduates earning $57,068, well above the $43,410 average. Texas A&M follows at $51,717, while Saint Edward's University reaches $48,495—showing how program quality varies independently of overall school reputation.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. UT Austin graduates borrow $20,500 and face just an 8.1% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. Texas A&M offers similar value with an 8.4% burden, proving that top programs can also be affordable.
Highest program earnings: $57,068
Strong outcomes with 63% acceptance
8.1% payment burden | Good
20.3% family burden | Challenging
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $57,068 | 231 | $20,500 | Good | $26,632 | Challenging | |
| #2 | $51,717 | 176 | $17,804 | Good | $32,258 | High | |
| #3 | Saint Edward's UniversityPrivate | $48,495 | 44 | $24,803 | Manageable | $28,135 | High |
| #4 | $43,295 | 62 | $19,250 | Manageable | $23,211 | High | |
| #5 | $42,682 | 24 | $19,500 | Manageable | $40,025 | High | |
| #6 | Texas State UniversityPublic | $41,400 | 50 | $21,000 | Manageable | $22,500 | High |
| #7 | Texas Tech UniversityPublic | $33,504 | 22 | $21,500 | High | $23,443 | High |
| #8 | $29,118 | 23 | $17,527 | High | $12,313 | 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 →
