Public Institution
Sul Ross State University
Sul Ross State University is located in Alpine, Texas, serving the Big Bend region of far West Texas. The campus provides a backdrop of the unique high desert environment. Sul Ross is known for its programs related to the region, including agriculture, geology, and natural resource management. Its location offers students access to outdoor recreational opportunities and a close-knit community feel.
Programs
6
Analyzed in dataset
Earnings
$33,228
Average graduate, 1 yr after
Outlook
42/100
Avg DegreeOutlook Score
Tuition
$7,592
In-state sticker price
Out-of-state: $17,384/yr
Financial Aid
The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. Sul Ross State University's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 52% of students receive Pell Grants; 38% take federal loans.
Net Price by Family Income
Academic Year 2025| Income Bracket | Avg Net Price | 4-Year Net Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $0 – $30K | $6,209 | $24,836 |
| $30K – $48K | $9,462 | $37,848 |
| $48K – $75K | $10,614 | $42,456 |
| $75K – $110K | $18,084 | $72,336 |
| $110K+ | $20,654 | $82,616 |
| Sticker price (no aid) | $7,592 | $30,368 |
Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships, by reported family-income bracket. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.
Programs at Sul Ross State University
6 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.
| Degree Program | DW Score | 1-yr Earnings | AI Risk | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration Compare across schools → |
57
|
$39,828/yr | High | 12.1x |
| Health & Physical Education Compare across schools → |
48
|
$39,723/yr | Moderate | 12.1x |
| Criminal Justice Compare across schools → |
48
|
$32,033/yr | Moderate | 9.5x |
| Biology Compare across schools → |
36
|
$31,629/yr | High | 9.4x |
| Psychology Compare across schools → |
33
|
$28,156/yr | High | 8.3x |
| Animal Sciences Compare across schools → |
31
|
$28,002/yr | High | 8.2x |