Is Texas State University worth it?
Texas State University is a public, four-year institution in San Marcos, Texas (small city). It awarded 8,415 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in psychology, business administration and management and exercise science and kinesiology.
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Federal context for Texas State University
Published by the federal government for federally aided students. It does not say which employers hire graduates.
Median earnings 1 year after
$42,210
Median earnings 4 years after
$58,786
Median earnings 10 years after
$56,906
Average net price
$16,805
Completion rate
55%
Completions (2024)
8,415
Years to pay back
1.1 years
Students (undergrad)
36,177
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | $49,240 | $54,053 | 708 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's | $45,306 | $67,048 | 525 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | Bachelor's | $33,033 | $55,832 | 486 |
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | $33,936 | $50,549 | 474 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | Bachelor's | $40,411 | $59,009 | 443 |
| Marketing | Bachelor's | $48,072 | $71,539 | 415 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | Bachelor's | $36,117 | $52,447 | 401 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's | $49,981 | $75,100 | 296 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | $70,906 | $104,127 | 278 |
| Social Work | Master's | $55,185 | $62,619 | 270 |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication | Bachelor's | $31,977 | $49,987 | 235 |
| English Language and Literature, General | Bachelor's | $32,482 | $47,634 | 203 |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | Bachelor's | $38,829 | $54,099 | 200 |
| Biology, General | Bachelor's | $34,516 | $55,605 | 182 |
| Design and Applied Arts | Bachelor's | $44,396 | $61,539 | 180 |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General | Bachelor's | 532 |
| Business Administration and Management, General | Bachelor's | 383 |
| Exercise Science and Kinesiology | Bachelor's | 360 |
| Criminal Justice/Safety Studies | Bachelor's | 325 |
| Teacher Education, Multiple Levels | Bachelor's | 324 |
| Marketing/Marketing Management, General | Bachelor's | 301 |
| Computer Science | Bachelor's | 247 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 216 |
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | Bachelor's | 215 |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | Bachelor's | 194 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Services | 23% | 24,202 |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 14% | 14,772 |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | 11% | 11,840 |
| Retail Trade | 9% | 9,265 |
| Finance and Insurance | 6% | 5,894 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 6% | 5,845 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 5,440 |
| Public Administration | 4% | 4,746 |
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Sources: federal figures for Texas State University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Texas. Counts under 10 are not published.
Updated September 18, 2026 · Methodology · Report a problem with this page