Economics at St Lawrence University
If you plan to study Economics, consider the program at St Lawrence University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
St Lawrence University is in Canton, NY.
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Online Class Availability at St Lawrence University
St Lawrence University primarily offers on-campus instruction; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Economics Rankings at St Lawrence University
These rankings give you a sense of how St Lawrence University’s Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #21 of 40 |
| Best Value | New York | #26 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #48 of 85 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #58 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #215 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #385 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from St Lawrence University
Students who complete St Lawrence University’s Economics program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $49,358 |
| 2 years | $48,600 |
| 3 years | $58,182 |
| 4 years | $67,881 |
| 5 years | $82,561 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Economics graduates from St Lawrence University earn a median of $67,881, compared with $57,800 for all St Lawrence University graduates — about 17% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Economics graduates from St Lawrence University comes in at $26,000.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at St Lawrence University
This Economics program at St Lawrence University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 73 |
| Quantitative Economics | 5 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at St Lawrence University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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.