Outcomes-based program rankings.
Program outcomes at Texas A & M University-Commerce vary significantly by field of study, with earnings ranging from $20,295 in Wildlife and Wildlands Science to $84,817 in Artificial Intelligence. The rankings below evaluate programs based on graduate earnings, debt levels, and return on investment—not prestige or reputation.
Analyzing 30 programs with available earnings data.
These highlights surface programs that stand out across earnings, national ranking, and enrollment size.
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This bar shows the range of median earnings across all majors at this school.
The tables below compare programs in each category by earnings, rank, debt, and cohort size.
These sections represent the complete set of ranked undergraduate programs at East Texas A&M University.
Artificial Intelligence leads the institution with exceptional earnings of $84,817 for 41 graduates, ranking #88 nationally and #8 in Texas. This program demonstrates the institution's capacity to deliver high-value technical education in emerging fields, making it highly attractive for students prioritizing maximum earnings potential.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | — | $100,394★ | — | 97 |
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Program rankings reflect post-graduation labor market outcomes based on federal College Scorecard data, not institutional reputation or academic prestige. Earnings differences between programs at the same institution reflect career field compensation patterns, graduate school continuation rates, and geographic employment markets. Rankings compare programs to similar majors nationwide, providing context for how each field performs relative to peer programs at other institutions. Data includes only programs with sufficient enrollment for reliable federal reporting, typically requiring at least 10 graduates annually over multiple years. Students should consider personal interests, career goals, and debt capacity alongside earnings when evaluating program options, as labor market outcomes represent just one factor in educational decision-making.
Median earnings 10 years post-enrollment
Debt burden relative to earnings
Institutional contribution to outcomes
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| Information Science/Studies. | — | $89,459 | — | 68 |
| Construction Engineering.Small sample | — | $80,585 | — | 11 |
Business programs show strong variation in outcomes, from Banking and Financial Support Services (#51 nationally, $56,751 earnings) to Business Administration and Management (#295 nationally, $48,192 earnings). Accounting Technology achieves solid earnings of $64,071 with manageable debt.
These programs serve students seeking practical business preparation with varying levels of specialization and earnings potential.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | — | $72,682★ | — | 28 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | — | $68,346 | — | 59 |
| Business/Commerce, General. | — | $63,965 | — | 30 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | — | $63,945 | — | 21 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | — | $63,791 | — | 107 |
| Marketing. | — | $61,719 | — | 22 |
Adult Health Nurse/Nursing produces strong earnings of $73,667 for 31 graduates, though ranking #224 nationally suggests competitive positioning challenges. The program delivers solid career preparation in a high-demand field, making it attractive for students prioritizing healthcare career pathways despite moderate national ranking performance.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | — | $64,196★ | — | 36 |
| Public Health. | — | $44,621 | — | 26 |
Algebra and Number Theory leads this group, ranking #82 nationally with exceptional earnings of $65,776 for 57 graduates. The program ranks #3 in Texas, demonstrating strong mathematical preparation that translates to high-value career outcomes.
Mathematics programs stand out for delivering some of the institution's strongest earnings with manageable enrollment sizes.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics. | — | $74,396★ | — | 34 |
| Biology, General. | — | $55,100 | — | 36 |
Psychology, General enrolls 56 students with $42,413 median earnings, ranking #225 nationally. Forensic Social Work serves 54 graduates earning $40,320, ranking #118 nationally.
Applied/Public Sociology shows more modest outcomes at $38,079 for 43 graduates. These programs prioritize social impact pathways with earnings reflecting public service orientations.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Social Work. | — | $52,013★ | — | 52 |
| Psychology, General. | — | $46,639 | — | 64 |
| Sociology. | — | $45,301 | — | 25 |
General Studies enrolls 133 students earning $38,708, ranking #117 nationally, while Brass Instruments achieves strong outcomes with $49,536 earnings and an exceptional value score of 91.5 despite higher debt. These programs serve diverse educational goals from general preparation to specialized artistic training with varying financial outcomes.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Design and Applied Arts.Small sample | — | $61,748★ | — | 19 |
| Music. | — | $55,438 | $21,864 | 48 |
| History. | — | $50,988 | — | 20 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | — | $49,846 | $16,943 | 122 |
| English Language and Literature, General.Small sample | — | $46,615 | — | 14 |
| Fine and Studio Arts.Small sample | — | $29,685 | — | 12 |
Agricultural Animal Breeding serves 36 graduates with modest earnings of $27,101, while Wildlife and Wildlands Science produces the institution's lowest earnings at $20,295 for 33 graduates. These programs prioritize agricultural and environmental career pathways where earnings reflect industry compensation patterns rather than maximum income potential.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, General. | — | $51,983★ | — | 25 |
| Animal Sciences. | — | $41,105 | — | 42 |
| Wildlife and Wildlands Science and Management. | — | $20,295 | — | 24 |
Corrections Administration graduates 79 students earning $39,566 with relatively low debt of $12,622, ranking #150 nationally. The program serves students seeking law enforcement and corrections careers, with earnings reflecting public sector employment patterns typical for protective services fields.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | — | $46,596 | $12,622 | 144 |
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies dominates this category, ranking #13 nationally with 607 graduates earning $46,704 and achieving an exceptional value score of 85.9. Exercise Science and Kinesiology ranks #116 nationally, graduating 75 students with $44,035 median earnings.
These programs emphasize practical, cross-disciplinary preparation that serves students seeking flexible career pathways with solid return on investment.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | — | $54,059★ | $15,543 | 570 |
| Legal Support Services.Small sample | — | $49,075 | — | 11 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | — | $45,169 | $16,775 | 91 |
Resources, cohort size, and graduation rates
Trajectory from early to mid-career
Why rankings may differ by program: A university's nursing program and business program can have entirely different outcome profiles. Our methodology surfaces these differences so you can evaluate programs — not just institutions.
