Economics at Central Connecticut State University
If you are interested in studying Economics, take a look at what Central Connecticut State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Central Connecticut State University is located in New Britain, CT.
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Studying Online at Central Connecticut State University
Many students take online classes at Central Connecticut State University. Of 9,997 students, 379 (4%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,685 (17%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Central Connecticut State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Central Connecticut State University’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Connecticut | #1 of 10 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #7 of 45 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Connecticut | #10 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #44 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #224 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #431 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Central Connecticut State University
Those who finish Central Connecticut State University’s Economics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $40,964 |
| 2 years | $45,794 |
| 3 years | $49,020 |
| 4 years | $55,804 |
| 5 years | $67,502 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Economics graduates from Central Connecticut State University report median earnings of $55,804, compared with $68,811 for all Central Connecticut State University graduates — about 19% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Economics graduates from Central Connecticut State University stands at $25,237.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Central Connecticut State University
This Economics program at Central Connecticut State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 22 |
Best-Paid Careers for Economics Graduates
Graduates of the Economics program at Central Connecticut State University go on to a range of careers. Here are 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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