Economics at Central Michigan University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, consider the program at Central Michigan University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Central Michigan University sits in Mount Pleasant, MI.
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Online & Distance Learning at Central Michigan University
Many students take online classes at Central Michigan University. Of 14,488 students, 3,356 (23%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,044 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Central Michigan University
These rankings give you a sense of how Central Michigan University’s Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #None of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #None of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #None of 466 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #None of 57 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #None of 10 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #None of 463 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #None of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #None of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #None of 466 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #None of 57 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #None of 10 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #None of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Central Michigan University
Graduates of Central Michigan 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 | $42,428 |
| 2 years | $39,729 |
| 3 years | $50,801 |
| 5 years | $65,632 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Economics graduates from Central Michigan University comes in at $27,000.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Central Michigan University
The Economics program at Central Michigan University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 15 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at Central Michigan University go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-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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