Economics at Elon University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, you may want to check out the program at Elon University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Elon University is located in Elon, NC.
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Studying Online at Elon University
Elon University primarily offers on-campus instruction; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Economics Rankings at Elon University
Use these rankings to compare Elon University’s Economics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #5 of 12 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #12 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #16 of 70 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #69 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #86 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #449 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Elon University
Students who complete Elon University’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 | $44,189 |
| 3 years | $59,817 |
| 4 years | $73,684 |
| 5 years | $95,431 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Economics graduates from Elon University earn a median of $73,684, compared with $66,004 for all Elon University graduates — about 12% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Economics graduates from Elon University comes in at $19,500.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Elon University
This Economics program at Elon University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 30 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at Elon 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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