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Economics at Appalachian State University
If you plan to study Economics, consider the program at Appalachian State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Appalachian State University is in Boone, NC.
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Online Class Availability at Appalachian State University
Online coursework is an option at Appalachian State University. Of 21,570 students, 2,551 (12%) studied exclusively online and 9,977 (46%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Appalachian State University
Rankings can help you compare Appalachian State University’s Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | North Carolina | #3 of 13 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #7 of 12 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #19 of 95 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #45 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #127 of 535 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #306 of 466 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Graduates of the Economics program at Appalachian State University pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Economics majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Statisticians | $130,349 |
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | $124,518 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Biostatisticians | $121,594 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Environmental Economists | $86,726 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.