Economics at Pepperdine University
If you are interested in studying Economics, you may want to check out the program at Pepperdine University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Pepperdine University sits in Malibu, CA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Pepperdine University
Distance learning is available at Pepperdine University. Of 8,976 students, 2,486 (28%) studied exclusively online and 934 (10%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Pepperdine University
These rankings give you a sense of how Pepperdine University’s Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #15 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #17 of 129 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #100 of 466 |
| Best Value | California | #108 of 110 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #127 of 129 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #456 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Pepperdine University
Graduates of Pepperdine University’s Economics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $51,799 |
| 2 years | $47,260 |
| 3 years | $58,854 |
| 4 years | $72,622 |
| 5 years | $83,724 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Economics graduates from Pepperdine University earn a median of $72,622, compared with $84,035 for all Pepperdine University graduates — about 14% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Economics graduates from Pepperdine University comes in at $24,250.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Pepperdine University
The Economics program at Pepperdine University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 46 |
Best-Paid Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at Pepperdine University go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-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
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