Compare 6 Virology. programs in Texas. Average earnings: $44,403.
With top graduates earning $57,100, Virology stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $13K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
Texas Tech University's Virology program leads with graduates earning $57,100, well above the $44,403 average across 6 Texas programs. The University of Texas at Arlington follows at $50,757, while UT El Paso produces graduates earning $47,183—demonstrating that program-specific factors drive outcomes more than overall school reputation.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Texas Tech graduates borrow $21,500 and face just an 8.5% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. For families considering parent loans, UT Arlington leads with a 15.4% family burden, making loan payments manageable for most graduates.
Highest program earnings: $57,100
Strong outcomes with 71% acceptance
8.5% payment burden | Good - payment 8-12% of discretionary
15.4% family burden | Manageable - payment 12-18% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Texas Tech UniversityPublic | $57,100 | 78 | $21,500 | Good | $23,443 | Challenging |
| #2 | $50,757 | 23 | $17,527 | Good | $12,313 | Manageable | |
| #3 | $47,183 | 20 | $18,000 | Good | $11,916 | Manageable | |
| #4 | Texas State UniversityPublic | $45,793 | 72 | $21,000 | Manageable | $22,500 | High |
| #5 | $39,369 | 14 | $17,804 | Manageable | $32,258 | High | |
| #6 | $26,218 | 43 | $20,500 | High | $13,859 | 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 →
