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General Economics at American University
If you are interested in studying General Economics, take a look at what American University. Get started with the following essential facts.
American University is in Washington, DC.
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Online Class Availability at American University
Distance learning is available at American University. Among 12,321 students, 895 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,822 (15%) took at least some classes online.
General Economics Rankings at American University
These rankings give you a sense of how American University’s General Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #3 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #8 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #38 of 315 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #69 of 71 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #379 of 387 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #3 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #8 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #38 of 315 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #69 of 71 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #379 of 387 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #3 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #8 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #38 of 315 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #69 of 71 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #379 of 387 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Economics Graduates
Students who finish General Economics program at American University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for General Economics majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Environmental Economists | $86,726 |
| Regulatory Affairs Managers | $77,828 |
| Economists | $73,611 |
| Economics Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,831 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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