Economics at Ball State University
If you are interested in studying Economics, consider the program at Ball State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Ball State University is located in Muncie, IN.
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Studying Online at Ball State University
Online coursework is an option at Ball State University. Among 21,089 students, 5,957 (28%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,416 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Ball State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Ball State University’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Indiana | #5 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #6 of 10 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #15 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #19 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #170 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #175 of 463 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Economics graduates from Ball State University comes in at $22,054.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Ball State University
This Economics program at Ball State University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 20 |
| Applied Economics | 1 |
| Quantitative Economics | 3 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at Ball State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying 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
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