Economics at Kean University
If you are interested in studying Economics, consider the program at Kean University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Kean University is in Union, NJ.
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Online & Distance Learning at Kean University
Distance learning is available at Kean University. Among 13,905 students, 1,667 (12%) studied exclusively online and 1,546 (11%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Kean University
These rankings give you a sense of how Kean University’s Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #None of 85 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #None of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #None of 466 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #None of 84 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #None of 11 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #None of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Kean University
Students who complete Kean University’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 | $51,377 |
| 2 years | $41,193 |
| 3 years | $32,372 |
| 5 years | $51,018 |
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Kean University
The Economics program at Kean University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 3 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at Kean University go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid 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.