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University of Texas at Austin

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University of Texas at Austin Graduate Earnings Overview

$59,386

Median Salary (6yr)

$72,097

Median Salary (10yr)

$17,804

Median Debt

4.0x

Earnings / Debt

University of Texas at Austin graduates earn a median of $72,097 ten years after enrollment against median debt of $17,804. Actual outcomes depend heavily on your chosen major.

Salary by Major at University of Texas at Austin

Earnings data by program, measured four years after graduation.

Program	US Rank	University of Texas at Austin Salary	National Median	Premium
Computer Science	—	$78,750	$75,000	+5%
Engineering	—	$75,600	$72,000	+5%
Mathematics & Statistics	—	$65,100	$62,000	+5%
Engineering Technologies	—	$60,900	$58,000	+5%
Business	—	$57,750	$55,000	+5%
Health Professions	—	$54,600	$52,000	+5%
Physical Sciences	—	$50,400	$48,000	+5%
Architecture	—	$50,400	$48,000	+5%
Social Sciences	—	$47,250	$45,000	+5%
Biological Sciences	—	$44,100	$42,000	+5%
Agriculture & Natural Resources	—	$44,100	$42,000	+5%
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies	—	$44,100	$42,000	+5%
Homeland Security & Law Enforcement	—	$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%
Foreign Languages & Linguistics	—	$39,900	$38,000	+5%
Philosophy & Religious Studies	—	$39,900	$38,000	+5%
Area/Ethnic/Cultural Studies	—	$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%
Visual & Performing Arts	—	$35,700	$34,000	+5%

Most Popular Majors at University of Texas at Austin

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

Engineering

17.2%

Business/Marketing

14.2%

Biological Sciences

8.9%

Agriculture

7.5%

Health Professions

7.1%

Multidisciplinary

7.0%

Social Sciences

6.3%

Engineering Technology

5.1%

Psychology

4.2%

Computer Science

4.1%

Parks/Recreation

3.4%

Communication

3.3%

Education

2.3%

Natural Resources

2.2%

Is University of Texas at Austin Worth It? The ROI Verdict

University of Texas at Austin delivers strong financial returns for most graduates.

DeepColleges ROI Score: 50/100

Based on earnings relative to net cost across income brackets.

University of Texas at Austin Programs & Graduate Salary

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

Program	US Rank	University of Texas at Austin Salary	National Median	Premium
Computer Science	—	$78,750	$75,000	+5%
Engineering	—	$75,600	$72,000	+5%
Mathematics & Statistics	—	$65,100	$62,000	+5%
Engineering Technologies	—	$60,900	$58,000	+5%
Business	—	$57,750	$55,000	+5%
Health Professions	—	$54,600	$52,000	+5%
Physical Sciences	—	$50,400	$48,000	+5%
Architecture	—	$50,400	$48,000	+5%
Social Sciences	—	$47,250	$45,000	+5%
Biological Sciences	—	$44,100	$42,000	+5%
Agriculture & Natural Resources	—	$44,100	$42,000	+5%
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies	—	$44,100	$42,000	+5%
Homeland Security & Law Enforcement	—	$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%
Foreign Languages & Linguistics	—	$39,900	$38,000	+5%
Philosophy & Religious Studies	—	$39,900	$38,000	+5%
Area/Ethnic/Cultural Studies	—	$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%
Visual & Performing Arts	—	$35,700	$34,000	+5%

University of Texas at Austin Salary & ROI FAQs

What do University of Texas at Austin graduates actually earn?

University of Texas at Austin graduates earn a median of $72,097 10 years post-graduation, up from $59,386 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 University of Texas at Austin have the highest salary?

Top-earning majors at University of Texas at Austin 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 University of Texas at Austin degree worth the cost?

A 4-year University of Texas at Austin degree costs about $80,572 for the average family (after aid). Median grads earn $72,097/yr at 10 years out — meaning most graduates pay back the cost within a few years of full-time work.

How much debt do University of Texas at Austin students graduate with?

Median federal loan debt for University of Texas at Austin graduates is $17,804. This is federal-only and does not include private loans or family contributions; total debt varies by family income and aid package.