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UT Austin McCombs Salary
McCombs BBA graduate starting salaries by major, top employers by industry, and 5-year career progression. Finance to Investment Banking to VP track.
Cites Texas Education Code §54.052Last reviewed 2026-06-23Not affiliated with UT or THECBPublished by Luke Allen, TREC #788149
McCombs starting pay
UT McCombs BBA graduates report median starting salary of $75,000-$95,000. By major: Finance $85K-$110K; MIS $85K-$110K; Accounting $70K-$85K; Marketing $65K-$85K; Supply Chain $70K-$90K. BHP graduates typically 15-25% higher. Top employers: Big 4 accounting, top consulting, investment banks, Texas corporate.
Starting salary by McCombs major
| BBA Major | Median Starting Base | Top 25% Base | Signing + Bonus | Total Year-1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finance | $85K-$110K | $110K-$130K | $20K-$50K | $120K-$180K |
| Management Information Systems (MIS) | $85K-$110K | $110K-$130K | $15K-$40K | $110K-$170K |
| Accounting | $70K-$85K | $85K-$95K | $5K-$15K | $75K-$100K |
| Marketing | $65K-$85K | $85K-$105K | $10K-$20K | $75K-$115K |
| Management | $65K-$85K | $85K-$110K | $10K-$20K | $75K-$120K |
| Supply Chain Management | $70K-$90K | $90K-$110K | $10K-$20K | $80K-$120K |
| Business Honors Program (BHP) | $95K-$130K | $130K-$150K | $25K-$60K | $130K-$210K |
Top employers by category
Investment banking + Wall Street
- Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, Morgan Stanley: heavy McCombs recruiting
- Citi, Barclays, Deutsche Bank, Credit Suisse (UBS): established
- Boutiques: Evercore, Lazard, Moelis, PJT (elite specialty firms)
- Typical role: Investment Banking Analyst
- Pay: $110K base + $60K signing + $60K performance bonus year-end = $230K year 1
Top-tier consulting
- McKinsey, Bain, BCG (MBB): elite consulting; McCombs BHP heavy pipeline
- Deloitte Consulting, Accenture: tech and strategy consulting
- Booz Allen, Kearney: government and strategy consulting
- Typical role: Business Analyst / Associate Consultant
- Pay: $110K base + $30K signing + $30K bonus = $170K year 1 (MBB)
Big 4 accounting
- Deloitte, EY, PwC, KPMG: enormous UT McCombs pipeline
- Typical role: Audit Associate, Tax Associate, Consulting Associate
- Pay: $75K base + $8K signing = $83K year 1
- Career trajectory: Senior (year 3), Manager (year 5-6), Senior Manager (year 8), Partner (year 10-12)
Texas corporate finance and management
- Dell, ExxonMobil, AT&T, ConocoPhillips, Phillips 66: large corporate rotational programs
- McKesson, Kimberly-Clark, Tenet Healthcare: mid-cap Texas corporate
- Typical role: Financial Analyst, Rotational Program participant
- Pay: $75K-$90K base + $10K signing = $85K-$100K year 1
Tech (increasingly common)
- Apple, Google, Meta, Amazon, Microsoft: hiring McCombs for product management, business development, marketing, corporate finance
- Austin tech (Indeed, Bumble, Dell): local placement
- Typical role: Product Manager (rare entry level), Business Development, Rotational Finance
- Pay: $100K-$130K base + equity for tech roles
Long-term earnings trajectory
| Years Post-Graduation | Investment Banking Track | Consulting Track | Big 4 Track |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 (Analyst) | $180K-$230K | $140K-$170K | $75K-$85K |
| Year 3 (Associate) | $275K-$425K | $200K-$275K | $90K-$110K |
| Year 5 (Senior Assoc/VP) | $450K-$700K | $300K-$425K | $115K-$140K |
| Year 7-10 (VP/Manager) | $700K-$1.2M | $450K-$700K | $150K-$225K |
| Year 15 (MD/Partner) | $1M-$5M+ | $700K-$2M+ | $400K-$1M+ (partner) |
MBA pathway (common McCombs post-graduation move)
Approximately 15-25% of McCombs BBAs pursue top MBA programs 3-5 years after graduation. Top destinations: Harvard, Wharton, Booth, Stanford GSB, Kellogg, MIT Sloan, Columbia, McCombs (McCombs MBA). Post-MBA compensation: $180K-$220K base at consulting; $200K-$275K base at investment banking VP roles; $150K-$250K base at tech PM roles. MBA typically adds $80K-$150K to base compensation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average starting salary for UT McCombs graduates?
UT McCombs BBA graduates report median starting salary of $75,000-$95,000 across all majors, with significant variation. Finance and MIS graduates: $85,000-$110,000 base. Accounting graduates: $70,000-$85,000 with strong Big 4 placement. Marketing and Management graduates: $65,000-$85,000. Supply Chain Management: $70,000-$90,000. Business Honors Program (BHP) graduates typically earn 15-25% more than non-BHP McCombs graduates due to elite placement.
What are the top employers of UT McCombs graduates?
Top McCombs employers: Big 4 accounting (Deloitte, EY, PwC, KPMG - enormous UT pipeline). Top consulting (McKinsey, Bain, BCG, Deloitte Consulting, Accenture). Investment banks (Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, Morgan Stanley, Citi). Texas corporate (Dell, ExxonMobil, AT&T, ConocoPhillips). Tech companies increasingly recruiting McCombs (Apple, Google, Meta, Amazon for business development, product, marketing roles).
What McCombs major pays the most?
Highest-paying McCombs majors: Finance ($85K-$110K starting for investment banking and asset management roles); MIS ($85K-$110K for tech consulting and IT strategy); Supply Chain Management ($70K-$90K for operations and consulting). Accounting is stable but lower starting ($70K-$85K) with steady career progression through Big 4 partner track.
How much does a UT McCombs graduate make after 5 years?
By year 5 post-graduation: Investment banking $175K-$275K (VP track); consulting associate to manager $150K-$225K; Big 4 senior/manager $100K-$150K; corporate finance $110K-$160K; MBA-track graduates entering top MBA programs. McCombs students who pursue MBA at Harvard, Wharton, Booth, Stanford GSB typically add $250K-$400K to their post-MBA compensation.
Do UT McCombs BHP graduates earn more?
Yes. Business Honors Program (BHP) graduates typically earn 15-25% more than non-BHP McCombs graduates due to (1) more selective admission (higher-academic profile); (2) tighter Plan II Honors + BHP network; (3) priority placement at top investment banks and consulting firms; (4) faster promotion trajectory. Typical BHP starting comp: $95K-$130K vs $75K-$95K for non-BHP McCombs.
Do McCombs internships pay well?
Yes. McCombs internships at investment banks, top consulting, and Big 4: $7,000-$12,000/month base plus $1,500-$3,000/month housing stipend. Total 12-week summer: $30,000-$45,000. Wall Street investment banking internships are highest-paying; Big 4 accounting internships lower ($5,500-$7,500/month) but very high volume.
How does UT McCombs salary compare to Kelley (Indiana) or Ross (Michigan)?
For undergraduate business, McCombs, Kelley, Ross, and other top-10 undergraduate programs place at similar tiers. Investment banking pay is nearly identical across all top-10 programs ($100K-$110K base plus signing). Consulting pay similar. Regional differences: McCombs stronger in Bay Area tech and Texas corporate; Kelley stronger in Chicago and Midwest finance; Ross stronger in Detroit corporate and Big Ten alumni network. For most graduates, school choice matters less than firm choice.
Is UT McCombs worth the out-of-state tuition?
Yes for most students. Four-year OOS tuition at McCombs: ~$205,000 at full sticker (higher due to differential). Median starting salary: $75K-$110K depending on major. Tuition payback: 2-3 years of post-graduation earnings. With Texas residency pathway, tuition drops to ~$60K over 4 years; payback under 1 year. Combined with strong career outcomes, McCombs ROI is among the best undergraduate business programs.
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