Compare 7 Writing, General. programs in Texas. Average earnings: $43,962.
With top graduates earning $55,146, Writing, General. stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $11K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
The University of Texas at Austin's Writing program leads with graduates earning $55,146, well above the $44K state average. University of North Texas follows at $50,652 with a 72% acceptance rate, demonstrating that accessible programs can deliver strong outcomes when evaluated on their own merits.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. UT Austin graduates borrow $20,500 and face just an 8.6% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. For families, University of Houston-Downtown leads with a 15.3% family burden, proving that the best choice depends on who's paying.
Highest program earnings: $55,146
Strong outcomes ($50,652) with 72% acceptance
8.6% payment burden | Good
15.3% family burden | Manageable
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $55,146 | 49 | $20,500 | Good | $26,632 | Challenging | |
| #2 | $50,652 | 126 | $19,250 | Good | $23,211 | Challenging | |
| #3 | $49,683 | 11 | $18,750 | Good | $10,000 | Manageable | |
| #4 | Texas Tech UniversityPublic | $49,468 | 157 | $21,500 | Good | $23,443 | Challenging |
| #5 | Saint Edward's UniversityPrivate | $38,176 | 24 | $24,803 | Challenging | $28,135 | High |
| #6 | Baylor UniversityPrivate | $36,668 | 20 | $23,000 | Challenging | $50,786 | High |
| #7 | $27,942 | 17 | $23,409 | High | $18,080 | 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 →
