Cheapest Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences Colleges in Texas

Texas A&M University-Kingsville offers the state's most affordable Family and Consumer Sciences program at just $10,204 net cost, nearly four times less than Baylor's $41,942. This dramatic cost spread reflects Texas's mix of accessible public universities and selective private institutions. The state's massive healthcare workforce, anchored by Houston's Texas Medical Center, creates strong demand for professionals trained in human development, nutrition, and family studies. With 11 programs ranging from highly selective UT Austin to open-access options with 96% acceptance rates, Texas provides pathways for students at every academic level to enter this growing field.

Programs

$10,204 – $41,942

Net Price Range

$30,424

Avg. Program Earnings

53.5%

Avg. Graduation Rate

11 Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, 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 Woman's University Denton, Texas	$10,948	$8,648	44.2%	93.6%
3	Prairie View A & M University Prairie View, Texas	$14,041	$11,299	43.2%	76.1%
4	Stephen F Austin State University Nacogdoches, Texas	$15,152	$10,600	51.7%	89.5%
5	Sam Houston State University Huntsville, Texas	$16,025	$9,228	55.1%	84.6%
6	Our Lady of the Lake University San Antonio, Texas	$17,760	$31,728	42.4%
7	The University of Texas at Austin Austin, Texas	$19,678	$11,678	87.6%	31.4%
8	Texas Southern University Houston, Texas	$19,734	$9,173	19.9%	96.8%
9	Texas Tech University Lubbock, Texas	$20,071	$11,852	67.5%	67.3%
10	Tarleton State University Stephenville, Texas	$20,261	$7,878	51.2%	87.1%
11	Baylor University Waco, Texas	$41,942	$54,844	80.2%	45.9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What explains the huge cost difference between Texas programs?

Public universities dominate the affordable end, with five schools under $16,025 net cost. Private Baylor charges $41,942 while Texas A&M-Kingsville costs just $10,204, creating a $31,738 gap between the most and least expensive options.

How do graduation rates vary among affordable Texas programs?

UT Austin leads with an 87.6% graduation rate but costs $19,678 net. Among the cheapest five programs, Stephen F Austin achieves the highest completion rate at 51.7% for $15,152 net cost.

Is earning potential consistent across Texas programs?

Graduate earnings range from $26,896 at Texas Southern to $33,993 at Sam Houston State. Sam Houston graduates earn $7,097 more annually than Texas Southern graduates while paying only slightly more in net costs.

Where do Texas graduates find the best job opportunities?

Houston's Texas Medical Center employs over 120,000 people, creating demand for family and consumer sciences graduates. Major healthcare systems like HCA Healthcare and Baylor Scott & White actively recruit nutrition and human development specialists throughout the state.

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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.