Best Doctoral Degree Programs at Texas State University by ROI
Every Doctoral Degree major at Texas State University ranked by estimated 20-year net return on investment. Data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Programs Analyzed
2
Majors with salary data
Average 20-Yr Net ROI
+$143,118
Across all programs
Average Annual Cost
$26,348
Cost of attendance
| # | Major | 20-Yr Net ROI | Median Salary | Annual Cost | Avg Debt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Educational Administration and Supervision.
Grad rate: 56.0% |
+$413,368 | $67,938 | $26,348 | $0 | Full ROI → |
| 2 |
Legal Support Services.
Grad rate: 56.0% |
-$127,132 | $40,913 | $26,348 | $0 | Full ROI → |
How ROI is calculated
20-Year Net ROI = Gross Earnings (salary × 20) − Total Degree Cost − Debt Payoff (×1.35) − Baseline Opportunity Cost ($42,000 × 20). Data from the U.S. College Scorecard.