Compare 14 Public Health. programs in Texas. Average earnings: $38,493.
Public Health programs produce graduates earning between $23,096 and $54,491—a $31K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 14 ranked programs in Texas, outcomes vary dramatically based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
The University of Texas at Austin's Public Health program leads with graduates earning $54,491, well above the statewide average of $38,493. But the real story is how regional schools compete: Texas Southern University ($47,286) and UT San Antonio ($47,230) both deliver strong outcomes while offering more accessible admissions.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. UT Austin graduates borrow $20,500 and face an 8.8% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. For families considering parent loans, UT San Antonio leads with a 20.3% family burden, proving the best choice depends on who's paying.
Highest program earnings: $54,491
Strong outcomes ($47,286) with 93% acceptance
8.8% payment burden | Good
20.3% family burden | Challenging
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $54,491 | 268 | $20,500 | Good | $26,632 | Challenging | |
| #2 | $47,286 | 6 | $29,000 | Manageable | $19,929 | High | |
| #3 | $47,230 | 231 | $20,500 | Good | $13,859 | Challenging | |
| #4 | $44,621 | 25 | $20,500 | Manageable | $15,265 | Challenging | |
| #5 | $39,584 | 164 | $17,804 | Manageable | $32,258 | High | |
| #6 | $38,289 | 9 | $19,250 | Manageable | $23,211 | High | |
| #7 | Texas State UniversityPublic | $37,605 | 29 | $21,000 | Challenging | $22,500 | High |
| #8 | $37,319 | 15 | $27,000 | High | $25,775 | High | |
| #9 | $37,043 | 78 | $17,527 | Manageable | $12,313 | High | |
| #10 | $35,691 | 46 | $18,000 | Challenging | $11,916 | High | |
| #11 | $35,119 | 72 | $18,750 | Challenging | $10,000 | High | |
| #12 | $34,019 | 118 | $21,983 | High | $19,433 | High | |
| #13 | Austin CollegePrivate | $27,514 | 26 | $24,500 | High | $30,413 | High |
| #14 | Baylor UniversityPrivate | $23,096 | 39 | $23,000 | High | $50,786 | 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 →
