Cheapest Agriculture Colleges in Texas

Texas A&M University-Kingsville offers the state's most affordable agriculture program at just $10,204 net cost, while the flagship College Station campus costs twice as much at $20,924. This $10,720 price gap reflects the breadth of options across Texas's 11 agriculture programs, where graduates earn between $26,625 and $45,383 annually. The state's massive agricultural economy, spanning from East Texas timber to Panhandle cattle ranching, creates steady demand for agriculture professionals. Programs range from small-town universities with 96% acceptance rates to competitive flagship institutions, giving students multiple pathways into Texas's $25 billion agricultural industry.

Programs

$10,204 – $20,924

Net Price Range

$39,739

Avg. Program Earnings

53.5%

Avg. Graduation Rate

11 Agriculture, General Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Texas A & M University-Kingsville Kingsville, Texas	$10,204	$9,892	45.6%	96.6%
2	Texas A & M University-Commerce Commerce, Texas	$11,268	$10,026	45.9%	86.5%
3	Angelo State University San Angelo, Texas	$12,915	$8,319	40.7%	79.1%
4	Prairie View A & M University Prairie View, Texas	$14,041	$11,299	43.2%	76.1%
5	Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, Texas	$15,152	$10,600	51.7%	89.5%
6	Sam Houston State University Huntsville, Texas	$16,025	$9,228	55.1%	84.6%
7	Texas State University San Marcos, Texas	$16,438	$11,450	56.2%	87.7%
8	Texas Tech University Lubbock, Texas	$20,071	$11,852	67.5%	67.3%
9	Tarleton State University Stephenville, Texas	$20,261	$7,878	51.2%	87.1%
10	West Texas A & M University Canyon, Texas	$20,841	$9,101	47.3%	91.6%
11	Texas A & M University-College Station College Station, Texas	$20,924	$13,099	83.8%	62.7%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the huge cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive agriculture programs in Texas?

Texas A&M-Kingsville costs $10,204 while Texas A&M-College Station costs $20,924, creating a $10,720 gap. The flagship campus commands higher net prices despite similar in-state tuition due to different financial aid packages and living costs.

How do graduation rates correlate with program costs in Texas agriculture programs?

Texas A&M-College Station has the highest graduation rate at 83.8% and costs $20,924, while cheaper options like Angelo State (40.7% graduation rate, $12,915 cost) show lower completion rates. Sam Houston State breaks this pattern with a 55.1% graduation rate at just $16,025.

Is there a significant earnings difference between the most and least expensive programs?

Texas A&M-College Station graduates earn $45,383 annually despite the highest costs, while Prairie View A&M graduates earn just $26,625 with much lower program costs at $14,041. This creates an $18,758 earnings gap that may justify higher tuition investments.

Does acceptance rate indicate program selectivity or accessibility in Texas agriculture programs?

Texas A&M-Kingsville accepts 96.55% of applicants while offering the lowest costs, suggesting high accessibility. Texas A&M-College Station accepts only 62.65% of applicants and costs the most, indicating greater selectivity and competition for admission.

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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.