Economics at Florida Atlantic University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, consider the program at Florida Atlantic University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Florida Atlantic University is located in Boca Raton, FL.
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Online & Distance Learning at Florida Atlantic University
Distance learning is available at Florida Atlantic University. Of 31,607 students, 6,454 (20%) studied exclusively online and 15,611 (49%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Florida Atlantic University
These rankings give you a sense of how Florida Atlantic University’s Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Florida | #2 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #10 of 12 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #11 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #56 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #107 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #413 of 466 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Florida | #2 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #10 of 12 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #11 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #56 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #107 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #413 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Florida Atlantic University
Graduates of Florida Atlantic 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 | $37,581 |
| 2 years | $43,812 |
| 3 years | $45,404 |
| 4 years | $56,091 |
| 5 years | $68,395 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Economics graduates from Florida Atlantic University report median earnings of $56,091, compared with $57,371 for all Florida Atlantic University graduates — about 2% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Economics graduates from Florida Atlantic University stands at $25,111.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Florida Atlantic University
This Economics program at Florida Atlantic University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 63 |
Best-Paid Careers for Economics Graduates
Graduates of the Economics program at Florida Atlantic University work across a variety of fields. Below 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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