Economics at Grinnell College
If you are interested in studying Economics, take a look at what Grinnell College. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Grinnell College is in Grinnell, IA.
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Online Class Availability at Grinnell College
Grinnell College delivers most coursework on campus; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Economics Rankings at Grinnell College
Rankings can help you compare Grinnell College’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #1 of 4 |
| Best Value | Iowa | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #6 of 31 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #6 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #99 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #154 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Grinnell College
Those who finish Grinnell College’s Economics program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $56,661 |
| 2 years | $52,941 |
| 3 years | $55,487 |
| 4 years | $67,691 |
| 5 years | $78,815 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Economics graduates from Grinnell College earn a median of $67,691, compared with $64,044 for all Grinnell College graduates — about 6% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Economics graduates from Grinnell College is $16,950.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Grinnell College
This Economics program at Grinnell College breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Economics | 47 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at Grinnell College pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.
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