Outcomes-based program rankings.
Program outcomes at Texas Woman's University vary significantly by field of study, particularly between health professions and liberal arts disciplines. The rankings below evaluate programs based on graduate earnings, debt levels, and return on investment rather than reputation or enrollment size.
Analyzing 29 programs with available earnings data.
These highlights identify programs that demonstrate exceptional performance across earnings, national rankings, and student enrollment.
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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, national rank, cohort size, and value performance.
These sections represent the complete set of ranked undergraduate programs at Texas Woman's University.
Computer and Information Sciences, General. leads engineering & technology with 77K in median earnings.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | — | $76,555 | — | 39 |
Program rankings reflect labor market outcomes based on federal College Scorecard data, measuring actual graduate earnings and employment rather than institutional reputation or program prestige. Rankings compare similar programs across more than 2,000 four-year institutions, providing objective assessment of career preparation effectiveness. Earnings represent median income ten years after enrollment for graduates with sufficient employment history. Cohort sizes indicate the number of graduates included in earnings calculations, with larger cohorts providing higher confidence in reported outcomes. Value scores incorporate both earnings and debt levels to assess overall program return on investment. Students should consider program-specific outcomes alongside personal interests, career goals, and geographic preferences when selecting majors.
Median earnings 10 years post-enrollment
Debt burden relative to earnings
Institutional contribution to outcomes
Business Administration graduates earn $52,647, though the program ranks #266 nationally, indicating competitive market conditions. Executive/Career Coaching offers specialized preparation with graduates earning $54,431.
Digital Marketing shows lower earnings at $40,237, reflecting the evolving nature of digital commerce careers.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | — | $71,282★ | — | 39 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | — | $67,214 | — | 23 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | — | $62,863 | — | 32 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | — | $62,469 | — | 98 |
| Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations.Small sample | — | $62,009 | — | 10 |
| Marketing. | — | $57,227 | — | 40 |
Health programs at Texas Woman's University deliver the strongest career outcomes, with Adult Health Nursing ranking #56 nationally and producing graduates earning $74,424. Health Services programs show more moderate earnings at $45,518, while Speech-Language Pathology graduates earn $47,000.
This field is ideal for students seeking stable, well-compensated careers with direct patient impact and strong job security.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | — | $89,115★ | $9,934 | 470 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions. | — | $66,034 | — | 65 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services. | — | $59,564 | — | 37 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | — | $58,585 | — | 94 |
Biology General represents the primary science offering, ranking #112 nationally with graduates earning $52,586. With 101 graduates annually, this program maintains solid enrollment while delivering above-average career preparation.
Students should expect strong preparation for graduate study, with many biology graduates continuing to medical or graduate school.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathematics.Small sample | — | $57,331★ | — | 13 |
| Biology, General. | — | $52,960 | — | 83 |
Psychology General graduates 99 students earning $42,154, ranking #153 nationally but maintaining solid in-state positioning at #12. Applied/Public Sociology produces graduates earning $48,009, while Forensic Social Work offers specialized preparation with graduates earning $48,113.
These programs serve students interested in human services and social change careers.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General. | — | $52,686★ | — | 140 |
| Sociology. | — | $52,196 | — | 45 |
| Political Science and Government. | — | $48,429 | — | 32 |
| Social Work. | — | $45,761 | — | 45 |
General Studies ranks #25 nationally with exceptional value performance, graduating 238 students earning $52,127. This interdisciplinary approach provides flexibility for students exploring multiple interests while maintaining strong employment outcomes.
Adult Development and Aging offers specialized preparation earning $40,816 with focused career pathways.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music. | — | $56,884★ | — | 24 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities. | — | $53,626 | — | 192 |
| Dance. | — | $53,072 | — | 24 |
| History.Small sample | — | $52,836 | — | 19 |
| Fine and Studio Arts. | — | $52,306 | — | 30 |
| English Language and Literature, General. | — | $49,909 | — | 32 |
| Design and Applied Arts.Small sample | — | $33,459 | — | 7 |
Criminal Justice and Corrections. leads criminal justice with 61K in median earnings.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | — | $60,708 | — | 24 |
Multi-Interdisciplinary Studies programs graduate 131 students annually earning $51,475, ranking #47 nationally. Nutrition Sciences stands out with #10 national ranking and #1 Texas standing, producing 67 graduates earning $47,826.
Exercise Science and Kinesiology ranks #41 nationally, graduating 126 students earning $53,255 with strong career preparation.
| Program | National Rank | Median Earnings | Median Debt | Cohort Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | — | $57,819★ | — | 132 |
| Nutrition Sciences. | — | $53,775 | — | 78 |
| Foods, Nutrition, and Related Services.Small sample | — | $53,716 | — | 17 |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services. | — | $49,210 | — | 99 |
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.
