Economics at Eastern Washington University
If you are interested in studying Economics, consider the program at Eastern Washington University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Eastern Washington University sits in Cheney, WA.
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Online Class Availability at Eastern Washington University
Distance learning is available at Eastern Washington University. Of 10,492 students, 3,572 (34%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,080 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Eastern Washington University
Rankings can help you compare Eastern Washington University’s Economics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Washington | #2 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #9 of 10 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #90 of 129 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #118 of 129 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #166 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #400 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Eastern Washington University
Students who complete Eastern Washington 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 | $39,218 |
| 2 years | $32,569 |
| 3 years | $38,207 |
| 4 years | $47,122 |
| 5 years | $63,899 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Economics graduates from Eastern Washington University earn a median of $47,122, compared with $55,679 for all Eastern Washington University graduates — about 15% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Economics graduates from Eastern Washington University stands at $21,809.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Eastern Washington University
The Economics program at Eastern Washington University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 28 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at Eastern Washington University go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-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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