Best Value Microbiological Sciences and Immunology Colleges in Texas

Texas A&M College Station delivers the highest earnings at $39,369 for microbiology and immunology graduates despite carrying a $20,924 net cost, while UT El Paso offers the most affordable path at just $10,726. This cost variation reflects program depth across Texas, where the state's massive healthcare infrastructure creates strong demand for microbiologists at Houston's Texas Medical Center and other major medical facilities. Graduation rates span from 34% to 88%, indicating significant differences in student support and program rigor.

Programs

$10,726 – $20,924

Net Price Range

$35,858

Avg. Program Earnings

60.3%

Avg. Graduation Rate

8 Microbiological Sciences and Immunology Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	Program Earnings	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso, Texas	$10,726	$32,925	$9,744	45.9%	99.9%
2	Texas State University San Marcos, Texas	$16,438	$39,009	$11,450	56.2%	87.7%
3	The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, Texas	$15,235	$33,993	$11,728	56.5%	80.8%
4	Texas A & M University-College Station College Station, Texas	$20,924	$39,369	$13,099	83.8%	62.7%
5	Texas Tech University Lubbock, Texas	$20,071	$33,993	$11,852	67.5%	67.3%
6	University of Houston-Downtown Houston, Texas	$14,623		$7,708	33.8%	88.4%
7	The University of Texas at Austin Austin, Texas	$19,678		$11,678	87.6%	31.4%
8	The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, Texas	$11,234		$8,991	51.2%	86.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the $10,000 cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive programs?

UT El Paso's $10,726 net cost reflects its high acceptance rate of 99.92% and focus on accessibility, while Texas A&M's $20,924 cost corresponds to more selective admissions at 62.65% acceptance. The investment gap often correlates with research opportunities and laboratory resources that impact post-graduation earning potential.

How do graduation rates connect to program value in microbiology?

UT Austin leads with an 87.6% graduation rate despite moderate costs, while University of Houston-Downtown shows just 33.8% completion. Higher graduation rates typically indicate better student support systems and program structure, directly affecting the return on investment for microbiology students.

Does program cost predict earning potential for Texas microbiology graduates?

Not always - Texas State graduates earn $39,009 with a $16,438 net cost, nearly matching Texas A&M's $39,369 earnings despite costing $4,000 less. Texas's large medical sector provides multiple career pathways that can offset initial program costs through varied employment opportunities.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.