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Posted onMay 7, 2021March 6, 2025 Updated onMarch 9, 2025 Reading Time: 5 minutes

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The University of Texas at Austin Red McCombs School of Business
Master's and MBA Programs in Business
Tuition, ROI, Graduate Salary, GMAT Requirements

 

$120,432

Average Tuition

$144,564

Average Starting Salary*

706

Average GMAT Scores

6,456

Average Student Enrollment


Red McCombs School of Business at The University of Texas at Austin MBA Program in Austin, TX

The University of Texas at Austin

Red McCombs School of Business

  • Dean's Office, B6000, Austin, TX - 78712
  • The University of Texas at Austin

  • Business School

    Institution Control: Public
  • AACSB Accreditation: Business and Accounting
  • Academic Year: Semester
  • Full-Time Faculty: 177
  • Business Programs

    Business Degrees & Concentrations: Accounting, Corporate Finance, Data Analytics, Education, Finance, General Business, Global Management, Healthcare Administration, Information Systems, International Business, Management, Manufacturing, Marketing and Supply Chain

  • Offered As: 1-Year, Campus, Evenings, Full-Time, Off Campus, Partnership and Weekends

  • Undergraduate School of Business

    Undergrad Degrees Conferred: 1,079
  • In-State Tuition: $13,260

  • MBA Program Ranking(s)

    Ranked by: PQ, US News, Forbes, BW, FT, Economist and MBAGuide

  • MBA Tuition & Fees

    In-State Tuition: $120,432

  • Enrollment

    Full-time, All: 6,456

  • Average GMAT Score

    Average GMAT MBA: 706

  • Student / Faculty Ratio

    Institution: 16:1

  • Average Starting Salary

    Graduate Salary*: $144,564

  • Award Levels

    Award Levels Offered: Doctoral, E-MBA, Master, MBA and Undergraduate

  • Social Links

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  • GMAT Requirements

    GMAT Required* (yes, no, optional, recommended): Yes

  • MBAGuide Rankings

    Program Rankings:
    • Best MBA or Masters Program in Texas
    • Best MBA or Masters Emerging Leadership Program - 1 Year MBA Programs
    • Best Concentration Healthcare Administration
    • Best Concentration International Business
    • Best Concentration Education
    • Best Concentration Global Management
    • Best Concentration Manufacturing

Compare The University of Texas at Austin's Tuition, Salary, ROI, Student / Faculty Ratio, Enrollment (Alumni) and GMAT Requirements

Compare how the MBA program at The University of Texas at Austin measures up against Texas, national, and online averages across key metrics of Tuition, Graduate Salary, Graduate ROI, Student / Faculty Ratios, Enrollment (Alumni) and GMAT Requirements to help you evaluate your educational investment.

Averages The University of Texas at Austin Online Texas
Tuition $120,432 $37,167 $35,333
Salary $144,564 $79,354 $82,657
ROI 20% 196% 261%
S/F Ratio 15:1 17:1 19:1
 Enrollment 6456 2,654 3,451
GMAT GMAT Required: Yes

Average GMAT Score: 706

561 555

Compare Average MBA Tuition

In Texas the most affordable MBA program is $9,326 and the most expensive is $139,081. The average tuition cost in the state is $35,333. Currently, the average in-state MBA tuition for The University of Texas at Austin is $120,432.

Comparison Group MBA Tuition Averages
The University of Texas at Austin $120,432
Texas Average $35,333
Online Average $37,167
National Average $42,528

    • The University of Texas at Austin average in-state tuition is $120,432
    • The average Texas in-state MBA tuition is $35,333
    • The average online MBA tuition in the United States is $37,167
    • The national average in-state tuition in the United States is $42,528

The most affordable Online MBA program in Texas is $10,724 while the most expensive online program is $139,081. The average online tuition for Texas programs is $34,045. Research the most affordable AACSB online MBA programs across the nation.

  • The University of Texas at Austin's average in-state tuition is $120,432
  • Texas average in-state tuition is $34,045
  • National for average in-state tuition in the United States is $37,167
  • Online average for in-state tuition is $37,167
  • Find the most affordable online MBA schools.

Compare Average Graduate MBA Salaries

The highest average graduate salary1 for an MBA program in Texas is $155,000 and the lowest is $52,872. The average graduate MBA salary in the state is $82,657. Currently, the average MBA graduate salary for The University of Texas at Austin is estimated to be $144,564.

Comparison Group Graduate MBA Salary Averages
The University of Texas at Austin $144,564
Texas Average $82,657
Online Average $79,354
National Average $82,899

    • National average for MBA graduate salary is $82,899
    • Online average for graduate MBA salary is $79,354

For online MBA programs in Texas, the highest average graduate salary1 is $142,212 and the lowest is $52,872. The average graduate MBA salary in the state is $78,515. Currently, the average MBA graduate salary for The University of Texas at Austin is estimated to be $144,564.

    • Texas average for online MBA starting salary is $78,515
    • National average for online MBA starting salary is $79,354

Find the online MBA programs with highest and lowest average online MBA starting salaries.

Compare Average ROI for Graduate MBA Students

The highest average graduate ROI1 for MBA students in Texas is 1,139% and the lowest is -8%. The average graduate MBA ROI in the state is 261%. Currently, the average MBA graduate ROI for The University of Texas at Austin is estimated to be 20%.

Comparison Group Graduate MBA ROI Averages
The University of Texas at Austin 20%
Texas Average 261%
Online Average 196%
National Average 186%

    • National average for MBA graduate ROI is 186%
    • Online average for graduate MBA ROI is 196%

For online MBA programs in Texas, the highest average graduate ROI1 is 655% and the lowest is -8%. The average graduate MBA ROI in the state is 247%. Currently, the average MBA graduate ROI for The University of Texas at Austin is estimated to be 20%.

    • Texas average for online MBA starting ROI is 247%
    • National average for online MBA starting ROI is 196%

Find the schools with the highest and lowest ROI for graduating MBA students.

Compare Business School Student / Faculty Ratios

The average student to faulty ratio for business schools in Texas ranges between a low of 9:1 to a high of 35:1 with an average Student Faculty Ratio of 19:1. Currently, The University of Texas at Austin has an average student-to-faculty ratio for its MBA program of 15:1.

Comparison Group Average Student to Faculty Ratios
The University of Texas at Austin 15:1
Texas Average 19:1
Online Average 17:1
National Average 16:1

    • The University of Texas at Austin Average Student Faculty Ratio: 15:1
    • Texas Student Faculty Ratio: 19:1
    • Average U.S. Student Faculty Ratio: 16:1
    • Average Online Student Faculty Ratio: 17:1

For online MBA programs, the student-to-faculty ratios range between a low of 2:1 to a high of 63:1 with an average of 17:1.

Research the best and worst student-to-faculty ratios.

Compare Average Business School Enrollment (Alumni)

In Texas, the average business school enrollment ranges between a low of 370 to a high of 11,097 with an average of 3,451. Currently, The University of Texas at Austin average school enrollment is 6456.

Comparison Group Average Business School Enrollment / Alumni
The University of Texas at Austin 6456
Texas Average 3,451
Online Average 2,654
National Average 2,533

 

    • The University of Texas at Austin Average School Enrollment: 6456
    • Texas's Average School Enrollment: 3,451
    • National Average for School Enrollment: 2,533
    • Online Average for School Enrollment: 2,654

For online business schools, enrollments range from a low of 152 to a high of 21,000 with an average of 2,654.

Research, find and compare online business schools enrollments.

Compare Average GMAT Scores

The average GMAT score for an MBA program in Texas ranges between a low of 420 to a high of 710 with an average of 555. At the present time, The University of Texas at Austin average GMAT score for its MBA program is 706.

Comparison Group Average GMAT Scores
The University of Texas at Austin 706
Texas Average 555
Online Average 561
National Average 567

    • The University of Texas at Austin Average GMAT: 706
    • Texas's Average GMAT Scores: 555
    • National Average for GMAT Scores: 567
    • Online Average for GMAT Scores: 561

For online MBA programs GMAT scores range from a low of 265 to a high of 732 with an average of 561.

Many MBA programs no longer require the GMAT, making these exams optional or conditional based on specific criteria. While some business schools have eliminated standardized testing requirements entirely, others still consider test scores as a component of the application process. Even at test-optional institutions, admissions committees may require the GMAT for applicants with lower GPAs or limited quantitative coursework. Ultimately, strong test scores can strengthen an application, but many programs now evaluate candidates holistically based on work experience, academic background, and leadership potential.

    • Find MBA programs that do not require a GMAT or make the exam optional or conditional
    • Find Online MBA programs with the highest and lowest GMAT requirements

Texas Schools Offering Online MBA Degrees

  • Texas Woman's University
  • Tarleton State University
  • St. Edward's University
  • Angelo State University
  • University of Dallas
  • Texas Tech University
  • Texas Southern University
  • The University of Texas at Tyler
  • Texas Christian University
  • The University of Texas at San Antonio
  • Southern Methodist University
  • Lamar University
  • Abilene Christian University
  • Stephen F. Austin State University
  • East Texas A&M University
  • Midwestern State University
  • University of Houston-Victoria
  • The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
  • University of Houston-Downtown
  • Sam Houston State University
  • The University of Texas at Arlington
  • University of Houston-Clear Lake
  • University of North Texas
  • The University of Texas at El Paso
  • Texas Wesleyan University
  • The University of Texas at Dallas
  • University of Houston
  • Baylor University
  • Rice University
  • Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
  • West Texas A&M University
  • The University of Texas Permian Basin

Texas Schools Offering both Campus and Online MBA Degrees

Find the best ranked MBA programs in Texas and also find the best best online MBA programs accepting Texas students.

  • Texas Woman's University
  • Tarleton State University
  • St. Edward's University
  • Angelo State University
  • University of St. Thomas-Houston
  • University of Dallas
  • Texas Tech University
  • Texas Southern University
  • The University of Texas at Tyler
  • Texas Christian University
  • The University of Texas at San Antonio
  • The University of Texas at Austin
  • Southern Methodist University
  • Lamar University
  • Abilene Christian University
  • Texas A&M University-Texarkana
  • Stephen F. Austin State University
  • Texas A&M University-Kingsville
  • East Texas A&M University
  • Midwestern State University
  • University of Houston-Victoria
  • The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
  • University of Houston-Downtown
  • Sam Houston State University
  • The University of Texas at Arlington
  • University of Houston-Clear Lake
  • Texas State University
  • University of North Texas
  • The University of Texas at El Paso
  • Texas Wesleyan University
  • The University of Texas at Dallas
  • St. Mary's University
  • University of Houston
  • Baylor University
  • Rice University
  • Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
  • West Texas A&M University
  • The University of Texas Permian Basin
  • Texas A&M University
  • Prairie View A&M University

Cities in Texas Where You Can Find MBA Programs

Using the following links, compare average tuition costs, starting graduate salaries, program ROIs, averaged required GMAT scores, strong alumni networks and more.

  • Abilene
  • Arlington
  • Austin
  • Beaumont
  • Canyon
  • College Station
  • Commerce
  • Corpus Christi
  • Dallas
  • Denton
  • Edinburg
  • El Paso
  • Fort Worth
  • Houston
  • Huntsville
  • Irving
  • Laredo
  • Lubbock
  • Nacogdoches
  • Odessa
  • Prairie View
  • Richardson
  • San Antonio
  • San Marcos
  • Tyler
  • Victoria
  • Waco
  • Wichita Falls
.

The University of Texas at Austin Red McCombs School of Business Summary

In-state tuition and fees for the MBA program at Red McCombs School of Business is $120,432. Of all MBA programs offered in Texas, the average cost for in-state tuition and fees is $35,333 a year. The average cost for in-state tuition and fees for an online MBA program is $37,167 a year.

The average GMAT score to enter into Red McCombs School of Business is 706 while the average GMAT score to for MBA schools in Texas is 554.88, and the average GMAT score to enter into an online GMAT program is 560.93.

After graduating, the school reports that the average graduate salary is $144,564.

Comparing in-state tuition to the average graduate salary, you can expect an ROI on your MBA education to be in the range of 20%

The average in-state tuition you can expect to pay is about $120,432, and the average GMAT score for acceptance in their program is 706.

After graduating, the school reports that the average graduate salary is $144,564. Comparing in-state tuition to the average graduate salary, you can expect an ROI on your MBA education to be in the range of 20%

Programs are offered as: 1-Year, Campus, Evenings, Full-Time, Off Campus, Partnership and Weekends.

The school is ranked by: The University of Texas at Austin's MBA program is accredited by the AACSB and is ranked by the following publications: PQ, US News, Forbes, BW, FT, Economist and MBAGuide

Averages The University of Texas at Austin Online Texas
Tuition $120,432 $37,167 $35,333
Salary $144,564 $79,354 $82,657
ROI 20% 196% 261%
S/F Ratio 15:1 17:1 19:1
 Enrollment 6456 2,654 3,451
GMAT GMAT Required: Yes

Average GMAT Score: 706

561 555

1*If a school does not provide average graduate salary information or graduate ROI data on their web site, MBAGuide estimates these figures using a variety of state and regional sources including the CollegeNavigator, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and state or regional equivalents. If you find mistakes in our database, please contact us.

Data sources: IPEDS, National Center of Educational Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences (ERIC), Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), 520 MBA Schools, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). If you notice errors in the MBA program database, please contact us.

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  • Concentrations
    • Most AACSB Programs Offered

      • Finance – 430
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      • Information Systems – 274
      • Intl Business – 210
      • Entrepreneurship – 218
      • Economics – 220
      • Supply Chain – 200
      • Data Analytics – 309
      • Healthcare Admin – 144
      • Leadership – 92
      • Statistics – 16

      Best Graduate Salary

      • Business Analytics – $104,000
      • Consulting – $115,277
      • Energy – $92,959
      • E-Commerce – $94,850
      • Law – $90,536
      • Leadership – $88,232
      • Operations Mgmt – $92,419
      • Insurance – $80,528
      • Org. Behavior – $107,961
      • Real Estate – $97,485
      • Sports Mgmt – $78,406
      • Statistics – $103,112
      • Healthcare Mgmt – $85,206
      • Taxation –  $121,750

      Explore All 50 MBA Concentrations

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