Economics at Princeton University
If you are interested in studying Economics, take a look at what Princeton University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Princeton University is located in Princeton, NJ.
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Online Class Availability at Princeton University
Princeton University primarily offers on-campus instruction; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Economics Rankings at Princeton University
These rankings give you a sense of how Princeton University’s Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #1 of 85 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #1 of 11 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #1 of 84 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #1 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #6 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #6 of 463 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #1 of 85 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #1 of 11 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #1 of 84 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #1 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #6 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #6 of 463 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #1 of 85 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #1 of 11 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #1 of 84 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #1 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #6 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #6 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Princeton University
Those who finish Princeton 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 | $81,961 |
| 2 years | $103,078 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Economics graduates from Princeton University comes in at $11,250.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Princeton University
The Economics program at Princeton University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Economics | 164 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at Princeton University work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-paying 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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