Best colleges for Physiology in Texas
Ranked by graduate earnings
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Texas Tech University and Texas A&M University - College Station award the most Physiology degrees and certificates in Texas: 316, 285 and 84 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 21 Texas colleges offer Physiology and award 1,020 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Physiology program, officially titled Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences, is a branch of biological and biomedical sciences focused on the study of functions and mechanisms in living systems. This program is ideal for students…
Top institution, 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 | Midwestern State University Wichita Falls Public · Bachelor's degree | $27,539 | 31 | 43% | — | $22,244 |
Colleges awarding the most Physiology 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 | The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg Public | 316 | Not reported |
| 2 | Texas Tech University Lubbock Public | 285 | Not reported |
| 3 | Texas A&M University - College Station College Station Public | 84 | Not reported |
| 4 | University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston Public | 50 | Not reported |
| 5 | Rice University Houston Private not-for-profit | 49 | Not reported |
| 6 | Dallas Baptist University Dallas Private not-for-profit | 45 | Not reported |
| 7 | Midwestern State University Wichita Falls Public | 31 | $27,539 |
| 8 | Texas A & M University - Corpus Christi Corpus Christi Public | 25 | Not reported |
| 9 | Southern Methodist University Dallas Private not-for-profit | 25 | Not reported |
| 10 | The University of Texas at Arlington Arlington Public | 20 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 11 Texas colleges offering Physiology
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston | Houston | Public | 16 |
| Texas A&M University - Central Texas | Killeen | Public | 14 |
| Parker University | Dallas | Private not-for-profit | 13 |
| University of Houston | Houston | Public | 10 |
| Stephen F Austin State University | Nacogdoches | Public | 8 |
| University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (Graduate only) | Dallas | Public | 8 |
| The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston | Galveston | Public | 8 |
| University of the Incarnate Word | San Antonio | Private not-for-profit | 5 |
| Baylor College of Medicine (Graduate only) | Houston | Private not-for-profit | 4 |
| Baylor University | Waco | Private not-for-profit | 3 |
| University of North Texas | Denton | Public | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Exercise Physiologists (SOC 29-1128).
Top skills
What Exercise Physiologists earn in Texas
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Physiology programs in Texas.
Which Texas colleges award the most Physiology degrees?+
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (316 graduates a year), Texas Tech University (285 graduates a year) and Texas A&M University - College Station (84 graduates a year) award the most Physiology degrees and certificates in Texas, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 21 Texas colleges offer Physiology.
Which Physiology program in Texas has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Midwestern State University tops the list at $27,539. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Exercise Physiologists earn in Texas?+
The average annual wage for Exercise Physiologists in Texas is $57,340 (median $56,780), across about 520 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Physiology program?+
The Physiology program, officially titled Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences, is a branch of biological and biomedical sciences focused on the study of functions and mechanisms in living systems. This program is ideal for students…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop critical thinking, active listening, speaking, reading comprehension, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Exercise Physiologists?+
The national job outlook is about +9.5% growth with around 1,700 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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