Economics at Muhlenberg College
If you are interested in studying Economics, consider the program at Muhlenberg College. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Muhlenberg College is located in Allentown, PA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Muhlenberg College
Online coursework is an option at Muhlenberg College. Of 1,788 students, 52 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 0 (0%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Muhlenberg College
Use these rankings to compare Muhlenberg College’s Economics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #None of 85 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #None of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #None of 466 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #None of 84 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #None of 22 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #None of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Muhlenberg College
Those who finish Muhlenberg 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 | $48,684 |
| 2 years | $54,644 |
| 3 years | $56,688 |
| 4 years | $70,089 |
| 5 years | $86,366 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Economics graduates from Muhlenberg College earn a median of $70,089, compared with $58,485 for all Muhlenberg College graduates — about 20% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Economics graduates from Muhlenberg College is $25,298.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Muhlenberg College
This Economics program at Muhlenberg College offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 11 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at Muhlenberg College 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
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