Economics at Florida State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, you may want to check out the program at Florida State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Florida State University is located in Tallahassee, FL.
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Studying Online at Florida State University
Many students take online classes at Florida State University. Of 43,889 students, 5,761 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 21,571 (49%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Florida State University
Rankings can help you compare Florida State University’s Economics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #2 of 12 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #4 of 70 |
| Best Value | Florida | #7 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #19 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #61 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #107 of 466 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #2 of 12 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #4 of 70 |
| Best Value | Florida | #7 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #19 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #61 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #107 of 466 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #2 of 12 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #4 of 70 |
| Best Value | Florida | #7 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #19 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #61 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #107 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Florida State University
Students who complete Florida State 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 | $41,467 |
| 2 years | $43,668 |
| 3 years | $52,070 |
| 4 years | $61,738 |
| 5 years | $73,771 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Economics graduates from Florida State University earn a median of $61,738, compared with $60,228 for all Florida State University graduates — about 3% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Economics graduates from Florida State University is $17,625.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Florida State University
This Economics program at Florida State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Applied Economics | 17 |
| Quantitative Economics | 239 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Graduates of the Economics program at Florida State University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-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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