Compare 5 National Security Policy Studies. programs in Texas. Average earnings: $38,953.
National Security Policy Studies programs produce graduates earning between $20,547 and $53,246—a $33K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 5 ranked programs in Texas, outcomes vary dramatically based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Angelo State University's National Security Policy Studies program leads with graduates earning $53,246, well above the state average of $38,953. The regional public outperforms private institutions like Baylor ($48,234) and St. Mary's ($46,857), proving that program-level factors drive outcomes more than school brand recognition.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Angelo State graduates borrow $20,000 and face just an 8.9% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' affordability category. Meanwhile, Baylor students face a 43.5% family burden when parent loans are included, demonstrating how program choice affects real financial outcomes.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Angelo State UniversityPublic | $53,246 | 35 | $20,000 | Good | $15,000 | Manageable |
| #2 | Baylor UniversityPrivate | $48,234 | 51 | $23,000 | Manageable | $50,786 | High |
| #3 | St. Mary's UniversityPrivate | $46,857 | 7 | $25,563 | Manageable | $16,723 | High |
| #4 | $25,879 | 30 | $20,500 | High | $13,859 | High | |
| #5 | Texas State UniversityPublic | $20,547 | 23 | $21,000 | High | $22,500 | 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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