Economics at Occidental College
If you are interested in studying Economics, consider the program at Occidental College. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Occidental College is in Los Angeles, CA.
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Online Class Availability at Occidental College
Occidental College delivers most coursework on campus; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Economics Rankings at Occidental College
These rankings give you a sense of how Occidental College’s Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #33 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #37 of 129 |
| Best Value | California | #106 of 110 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #124 of 129 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #180 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #442 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Occidental College
Graduates of Occidental College’s Economics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $46,544 |
| 2 years | $55,078 |
| 3 years | $63,231 |
| 4 years | $75,699 |
| 5 years | $80,191 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Economics graduates from Occidental College earn a median of $75,699, compared with $59,237 for all Occidental College graduates — about 28% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Economics graduates from Occidental College is $25,590.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Occidental College
This Economics program at Occidental College breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Economics | 29 |
Best-Paid Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at Occidental College go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-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
More about our data sources and methodologies.