Best colleges for Ecology in Texas
Ranked by graduate earnings
Texas A&M University - College Station, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and University of North Texas award the most Ecology degrees and certificates in Texas: 271, 127 and 54 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 15 Texas colleges offer Ecology and award 599 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Ecology program, formally known as Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology, is a comprehensive study within the Biological and Biomedical Sciences field. This program is designed for students interested in understanding…
Top 2 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of North Texas Denton Public · Bachelor's degree | $28,681 | 54 | 61% | — | $18,000 |
| 2 | Texas A&M University - College Station College Station Public · Bachelor's degree | $27,770 | 271 | 84% | — | $23,461 |
Colleges awarding the most Ecology degrees in Texas
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Texas A&M University - College Station College Station Public | 271 | $27,770 |
| 2 | The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Houston Public | 127 | Not reported |
| 3 | University of North Texas Denton Public | 54 | $28,681 |
| 4 | The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso Public | 33 | Not reported |
| 5 | Texas State University San Marcos Public | 28 | Not reported |
| 6 | The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg Public | 17 | Not reported |
| 7 | University of North Texas Health Science Center Fort Worth Public | 16 | Not reported |
| 8 | The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston Galveston Public | 14 | Not reported |
| 9 | Texas A & M University - Corpus Christi Corpus Christi Public | 13 | Not reported |
| 10 | The University of Texas at Austin Austin Public | 9 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 5 Texas colleges offering Ecology
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baylor University | Waco | Private not-for-profit | 8 |
| Saint Edward's University | Austin | Private not-for-profit | 4 |
| Rice University | Houston | Private not-for-profit | 2 |
| Trinity University | San Antonio | Private not-for-profit | 2 |
| Southwestern Adventist University | Keene | Private not-for-profit | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Biological Technicians (SOC 19-4021).
Top skills
What Biological Technicians earn in Texas
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Ecology programs in Texas.
Which Texas colleges award the most Ecology degrees?+
Texas A&M University - College Station (271 graduates a year), The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (127 graduates a year) and University of North Texas (54 graduates a year) award the most Ecology degrees and certificates in Texas, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 15 Texas colleges offer Ecology.
Which Ecology program in Texas has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, University of North Texas tops the list at $28,681. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Biological Technicians earn in Texas?+
The average annual wage for Biological Technicians in Texas is $52,470 (median $50,130), across about 2,730 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Ecology program?+
The Ecology program, formally known as Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology, is a comprehensive study within the Biological and Biomedical Sciences field. This program is designed for students interested in understanding…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop reading comprehension, critical thinking, science, active listening, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Biological Technicians?+
The national job outlook is about +3.5% growth with around 9,100 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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