Economics at California State University-East Bay
If you plan to study Economics, consider the program at California State University-East Bay. Get started with the following essential facts.
California State University-East Bay is located in Hayward, CA.
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Online Class Availability at California State University-East Bay
Online coursework is an option at California State University-East Bay. Among 12,326 students, 4,497 (36%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,436 (44%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at California State University-East Bay
These rankings give you a sense of how California State University-East Bay’s Economics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #42 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #49 of 129 |
| Best Value | California | #71 of 110 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #72 of 129 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #84 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #214 of 466 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #42 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #49 of 129 |
| Best Value | California | #71 of 110 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #72 of 129 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #84 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #214 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from California State University-East Bay
Graduates of California State University-East Bay’s Economics program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $34,526 |
| 3 years | $57,873 |
| 4 years | $59,028 |
| 5 years | $68,996 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Economics graduates from California State University-East Bay earn a median of $59,028, compared with $73,339 for all California State University-East Bay graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at California State University-East Bay
The Economics program at California State University-East Bay breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 12 |
| Quantitative Economics | 3 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at California State University-East Bay pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Economics graduates, 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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