Economics at Creighton University
If you are interested in studying Economics, consider the program at Creighton University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Creighton University is in Omaha, NE.
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Online Class Availability at Creighton University
Distance learning is available at Creighton University. Of 8,581 students, 1,314 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,519 (18%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Creighton University
These rankings give you a sense of how Creighton University’s Economics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nebraska | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | Nebraska | #3 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #21 of 31 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #31 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #244 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #403 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Creighton University
Students who complete Creighton University’s Economics program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $47,149 |
| 2 years | $55,286 |
| 3 years | $63,466 |
| 4 years | $76,895 |
| 5 years | $96,817 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Economics graduates from Creighton University earn a median of $76,895, compared with $90,891 for all Creighton University graduates — about 15% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Economics graduates from Creighton University comes in at $26,250.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Creighton University
This Economics program at Creighton University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 33 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at Creighton University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid 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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