Economics at Brigham Young University
If you plan to study Economics, take a look at what Brigham Young University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Brigham Young University is in Provo, UT.
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Studying Online at Brigham Young University
Distance learning is available at Brigham Young University. Among 35,873 students, 898 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 11,887 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Brigham Young University
Use these rankings to compare Brigham Young University’s Economics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #1 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #1 of 5 |
| Best Value | Utah | #5 of 5 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #7 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #56 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #118 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Brigham Young University
Students who complete Brigham Young University’s Economics program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $57,448 |
| 2 years | $54,430 |
| 3 years | $72,747 |
| 4 years | $81,529 |
| 5 years | $98,908 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Economics graduates from Brigham Young University report median earnings of $81,529, compared with $66,875 for all Brigham Young University graduates — about 22% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Economics graduates from Brigham Young University is $11,000.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Brigham Young University
This Economics program at Brigham Young University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 145 |
| Quantitative Economics | 10 |
Best-Paid Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at Brigham Young University go on to a range of careers. 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
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