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Engineering Technology at Texas State University

San Marcos, TX · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Engineering Technology, General

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $52,958/yr (-10% vs median)

AI Risk High (40% exposed)

Job Market Medium (28,100 openings/yr)

ROI 12.0x earnings multiple (5.9x out-of-state)

Ranked #30 of 34 Engineering Technology, General programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Engineering Technology graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$556K	$550K	$512K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	12.1x	12.0x	11.2x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	6.0x	5.9x	5.5x
Probability of Field Employment	55%	50%	40%
DegreeOutlook Score	47	47	44

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$45,800

Out-of-state: $92,840 (5.9x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$65,752

-44% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$20,500

4.6 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (4 Year)

$64,513

22% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $52,958/yr, Engineering Technology graduates from Texas State University land near the $58,810 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

With a 12.0x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 8% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Engineering Technology career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

The median debt load of $20,500 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios we track.

A #30 ranking among 34 Engineering Technology programs places Texas State University in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

About Texas State University

With 89% of applicants admitted, Texas State University prioritizes broad access, with 34,547 students enrolled in San Marcos, TX.

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Top Career Paths

Aerospace engineering and operations technologists and technicians $79,830/yr

Engineering technologists and technicians, except drafters, all other $77,390/yr

Electrical and electronic engineering technologists and technicians $77,180/yr

View all 6 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 47/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Engineering Technology at Texas State University?

At 47/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Engineering Technology programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Engineering Technology at Texas State University?

The 40% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →