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Baylor University Graduate Earnings Overview

$56,532

Median Salary (6yr)

$65,793

Median Salary (10yr)

$23,000

Median Debt

2.9x

Earnings / Debt

Baylor University graduates earn a median of $65,793 ten years after enrollment against median debt of $23,000. Actual outcomes depend heavily on your chosen major.

Salary by Major at Baylor University

Earnings data by program, measured four years after graduation.

Program	US Rank	Baylor University Salary	National Median	Premium
Computer Science	—	$78,750	$75,000	+5%
Engineering	—	$75,600	$72,000	+5%
Mathematics & Statistics	—	$65,100	$62,000	+5%
Business	—	$57,750	$55,000	+5%
Health Professions	—	$54,600	$52,000	+5%
Physical Sciences	—	$50,400	$48,000	+5%
Social Sciences	—	$47,250	$45,000	+5%
Biological Sciences	—	$44,100	$42,000	+5%
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies	—	$44,100	$42,000	+5%
Communication & Journalism	—	$42,000	$40,000	+5%
Natural Resources & Conservation	—	$42,000	$40,000	+5%
History	—	$42,000	$40,000	+5%
Education	—	$39,900	$38,000	+5%
Philosophy & Religious Studies	—	$39,900	$38,000	+5%
Public Administration & Social Services	—	$39,900	$38,000	+5%
Foreign Languages & Linguistics	—	$39,900	$38,000	+5%
Psychology	—	$37,800	$36,000	+5%
English Language & Literature	—	$37,800	$36,000	+5%
Parks, Recreation & Fitness	—	$36,750	$35,000	+5%
Family & Consumer Sciences	—	$36,750	$35,000	+5%
Visual & Performing Arts	—	$35,700	$34,000	+5%

Most Popular Majors at Baylor University

What students actually study — percentage of degrees awarded by field.

Business/Marketing

34.1%

Health Professions

17.9%

Biological Sciences

10.0%

Communication

5.9%

Social Sciences

5.1%

Psychology

3.8%

Visual/Performing Arts

3.4%

Multidisciplinary

2.7%

Education

2.4%

Engineering

2.2%

Is Baylor University Worth It? The ROI Verdict

Most graduates can manage their debt load, though your specific major choice will significantly impact your personal ROI.

DeepColleges ROI Score: 50/100

Based on earnings relative to net cost across income brackets.

Baylor University Programs & Graduate Salary

Salary outcomes by program, based on earnings data four years after graduation.

Program	US Rank	Baylor University Salary	National Median	Premium
Computer Science	—	$78,750	$75,000	+5%
Engineering	—	$75,600	$72,000	+5%
Mathematics & Statistics	—	$65,100	$62,000	+5%
Business	—	$57,750	$55,000	+5%
Health Professions	—	$54,600	$52,000	+5%
Physical Sciences	—	$50,400	$48,000	+5%
Social Sciences	—	$47,250	$45,000	+5%
Biological Sciences	—	$44,100	$42,000	+5%
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies	—	$44,100	$42,000	+5%
Communication & Journalism	—	$42,000	$40,000	+5%
Natural Resources & Conservation	—	$42,000	$40,000	+5%
History	—	$42,000	$40,000	+5%
Education	—	$39,900	$38,000	+5%
Philosophy & Religious Studies	—	$39,900	$38,000	+5%
Public Administration & Social Services	—	$39,900	$38,000	+5%
Foreign Languages & Linguistics	—	$39,900	$38,000	+5%
Psychology	—	$37,800	$36,000	+5%
English Language & Literature	—	$37,800	$36,000	+5%
Parks, Recreation & Fitness	—	$36,750	$35,000	+5%
Family & Consumer Sciences	—	$36,750	$35,000	+5%
Visual & Performing Arts	—	$35,700	$34,000	+5%

Baylor University Salary & ROI FAQs

What do Baylor University graduates actually earn?

Baylor University graduates earn a median of $65,793 10 years post-graduation, up from $56,532 at 6 years out. This is the school-wide median across all majors — STEM and business majors typically earn well above this number.

Which majors at Baylor University have the highest salary?

Top-earning majors at Baylor University include Computer Science ($78,750); Engineering ($75,600); Mathematics & Statistics ($65,100). Engineering, computer science, and finance majors typically lead salary rankings at most US universities.

Is a Baylor University degree worth the cost?

A 4-year Baylor University degree costs about $131,364 for the average family (after aid). Median grads earn $65,793/yr at 10 years out — meaning most graduates pay back the cost within a few years of full-time work.

How much debt do Baylor University students graduate with?

Median federal loan debt for Baylor University graduates is $23,000. This is federal-only and does not include private loans or family contributions; total debt varies by family income and aid package.