Cheapest Clinical Colleges in Texas

University of North Texas delivers the state's most affordable Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology program at just $14,352 annually, while graduates earn $29,685 starting salaries. The $15,740 cost difference between the cheapest and most expensive programs reveals sharp contrasts in value across Texas schools. This price variation matters significantly in a state where the Texas Medical Center alone employs over 106,000 healthcare workers, creating steady demand for mental health professionals.

Programs

$14,352 – $30,092

Net Price Range

$27,440

Avg. Program Earnings

50.1%

Avg. Graduation Rate

9 Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	University of North Texas Denton, Texas	$14,352	$11,164	59.6%	79.1%
2	Southwestern Assemblies of God University Waxahachie, Texas	$19,655	$18,610	35.5%	85.7%
3	The University of Texas at Austin Austin, Texas	$19,678	$11,678	87.6%	31.4%
4	Southwestern Adventist University Keene, Texas	$20,581	$24,588	41.1%	53.6%
5	Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, Texas	$21,031	$31,686	49.6%	88.3%
6	St. Mary's University San Antonio, Texas	$21,352	$36,242	58.8%	86.2%
7	Arlington Baptist University Arlington, Texas	$28,599	$19,290	4.5%
8	University of Mary Hardin-Baylor Belton, Texas	$28,690	$33,150	53.4%	95.7%
9	Dallas Baptist University Dallas, Texas	$30,092	$38,140	60.4%	91.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes University of North Texas the most affordable option for psychology students?

UNT's $14,352 net cost combines with strong graduate outcomes, including 59.6% graduation rates and $29,685 starting earnings. The public university structure keeps costs low while maintaining quality programs that prepare students for Texas's expanding healthcare sector.

How do graduation rates vary among the cheapest psychology programs?

Graduation rates span from 4.5% at Arlington Baptist University to 87.6% at UT Austin, showing dramatic differences in student success. The top three most affordable schools average 60.9% graduation rates, indicating solid value propositions for budget-conscious students.

Does attending a private school guarantee better outcomes in psychology?

Private schools on this list cost $19,655 to $30,092 annually but show mixed results, with graduation rates ranging from 4.5% to 60.4%. Public options like UNT and UT Austin often deliver superior value through lower costs and stronger completion rates.

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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.