Economics at Seattle Pacific University
If you are interested in studying Economics, you may want to check out the program at Seattle Pacific University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Seattle Pacific University is in Seattle, WA.
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Online Class Availability at Seattle Pacific University
Distance learning is available at Seattle Pacific University. Of 2,261 students, 53 (2%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 430 (19%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Seattle Pacific University
Use these rankings to compare Seattle Pacific University’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Washington | #6 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #10 of 10 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #113 of 129 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #122 of 129 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #340 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #414 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Seattle Pacific University
Students who complete Seattle Pacific 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 | $39,789 |
| 2 years | $38,289 |
| 3 years | $61,011 |
| 4 years | $64,078 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Economics graduates from Seattle Pacific University take home a median $64,078, compared with $72,555 for all Seattle Pacific University graduates — about 12% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Economics graduates from Seattle Pacific University comes in at $26,835.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Seattle Pacific University
This Economics program at Seattle Pacific University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 10 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at Seattle Pacific University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-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
More about our data sources and methodologies.