The McCoy College of Business at Texas State University ranked No. 75 in Poets&Quants‘ 2025 Best Undergraduate Business Programs in the U.S. In our three methodological categories, McCoy ranked 82nd in Admission Standards, 77th in Career Outcomes, and 74th in Academic Experience, based solely on our alumni survey.
The college had an acceptance rate of 66% for the fall 2024 incoming class, with an average SAT score of 1110 and a six-year graduation rate of 66.1%.
McCoy College places a strong emphasis on experiential learning and career preparation, which is reflected in its internship and employment rates. In career data, 76% of Class of 2024 graduates completed at least one business-specific internship before graduation, a significant increase from 37% for the Class of 2023. Employment outcomes also improved, with 92.68% of 2024 graduates securing jobs within three months of graduation, compared to 87.5% for the Class of 2023.
The average salary for 2024 graduates was $62,455, with 23% reporting an average signing bonus of $9,667. Top employers of McCoy College graduates include H-E-B, Amazon, Charles Schwab & Company, EY LLP, Texas State Auditor’s Office, BDO USA, Dell Technologies, Crowe LLP, Oracle, Arrive Logistics, KPMG LLP, McCoy’s Building Supply, eBay, and Alamo Group.
COMMUNITY AND EMPLOYER ENGAGEMENT
At the heart of McCoy College’s undergraduate experience is a commitment to building meaningful connections between students, the community, and industry partners. The college actively fosters partnerships with local, regional, and global businesses, providing students with opportunities for internships, cooperative education, and service-learning projects.
McCoy hosts networking events, industry panels, and career fairs to give students direct access to potential employers. These experiences help students apply their academic knowledge to real-world challenges, ensuring they graduate with strong professional networks and practical experience that distinguish them in the job market.
McCoy undergrads can pursue a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Accounting, Computer Information Systems, Economics, Finance, Management, and Marketing, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in Economics.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CURRICULUM
A distinguishing feature of the McCoy College program is its structured professional development curriculum, which integrates career readiness training at multiple stages of the student journey. In Fall 2024, the college introduced a three-course professional development sequence designed in response to employer feedback.
The sequence begins with BA 1310: Introduction to Business, which integrates self-assessments, career pathway discussions, business fundamentals, and professional development training. The course also includes a leadership training certificate program and requires participation in career fairs, student organization meetings, and employer engagement events.
Sophomore and junior students continue their professional development through two additional one-credit courses focused on resume building, interview preparation, and networking. Like the freshman-level course, these classes require students to participate in co-curricular professional development activities.
To further enhance career readiness, employer engagement, and student support, McCoy College has developed several new initiatives. The McCoy College Student Success Center was established as a physical space staffed by three full-time professionals dedicated to coordinating employer engagement activities, resume reviews, mock interviews, and employer-sponsored events.
First-generation college students receive tailored resources to help them navigate unique challenges, reinforcing the college’s commitment to an inclusive and supportive learning environment. The McCoy College Welcome Celebration is another initiative aimed at fostering a strong sense of community among first-year students by connecting them with student organizations, faculty, and career development resources.
McCoy also launched Career Pathway Programs designed in collaboration with corporate partners and alumni to provide students with a deeper understanding of industry-specific career paths. These programs include job shadowing, mentorship opportunities, company site visits, and co-curricular learning experiences that align with current job market demands.
ALUMNI SAY
“The Capstone Project at McCoy allowed me to conduct a deep-dive into a specific industry in order to single out a company of interest. In addition, this Project invoked collaboration amongst fellow students across all majors within McCoy. Teamwork was a driving factor to our success during the project and continuous compromise around scheduling conflicts mirrored that of the Corporate World. Being able to identify each of our strengths and weaknesses helped everyone on my Team navigate towards the end goal of perfecting our final Capstone paper.”
“McCoy College has some of the best professors. They really care for our growth, learning, and success. I have a deep love and respect for all of the professors that I have the opportunity to learn from.”
“I cannot speak for faculty in other departments but, the accounting faculty was top-notch and really took student engagement to heart. I can attribute my significant success post-graduation to the professors and lecturers in the accounting department who went the extra mile.”
“The McCoy School of Business at Texas State University has had and continues to have a lasting impression on my life as well as my career! The Professor inspired me to reach above my career goals and look past my personal doubts. Texas State University continues to motivate students to graduate within 4 years in order to enter the workforce as soon as possible and the McCoy School of Business is definitely a contributing force.”
