Business Economics at Harvard University
If you are interested in studying Business Economics, consider the program at Harvard University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Harvard University sits in Cambridge, MA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 18 business economics graduations were recorded at Harvard University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Harvard University
Many students take online classes at Harvard University. Among 30,259 students, 7,584 (25%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,603 (5%) took at least some classes online.
Business Economics Rankings at Harvard University
Use these rankings to compare Harvard University’s Business Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #1 of 4 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #7 of 93 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #31 of 93 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Business Economics graduates at Harvard University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Business Economics graduates at Harvard University are 22% women (4) and 78% men (14).
Business Economics Master’s Program at Harvard University
Of the 3 master’s business economics degrees awarded at Harvard University, 33% were women (1) and 67% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Business Economics master’s degree recipients at Harvard University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Best-Paid Careers for Business Economics Graduates
Graduates of the Business Economics program at Harvard University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Business Economics majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Financial Risk Specialists | $127,364 |
| Environmental Economists | $86,726 |
| Economists | $73,611 |
| Economics Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,831 |
| Management Analysts | $51,034 |
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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