Economics at Florida Gulf Coast University
If you are interested in studying Economics, take a look at what Florida Gulf Coast University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Florida Gulf Coast University is in Fort Myers, FL.
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Online Class Availability at Florida Gulf Coast University
Distance learning is available at Florida Gulf Coast University. Among 16,612 students, 2,496 (15%) studied exclusively online and 8,653 (52%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Florida Gulf Coast University
Rankings can help you compare Florida Gulf Coast University’s Economics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Florida | #5 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #6 of 12 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #10 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #43 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #99 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #323 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Florida Gulf Coast University
Students who complete Florida Gulf Coast 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 | $34,894 |
| 2 years | $39,009 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Economics graduates from Florida Gulf Coast University is $12,754.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Florida Gulf Coast University
This Economics program at Florida Gulf Coast University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 21 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at Florida Gulf Coast University pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-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
More about our data sources and methodologies.