Economics at Stony Brook University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, take a look at what Stony Brook University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Stony Brook University is in Stony Brook, NY.
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Online & Distance Learning at Stony Brook University
Online coursework is an option at Stony Brook University. Among 26,689 students, 1,783 (7%) studied exclusively online and 11,369 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Stony Brook University
Use these rankings to compare Stony Brook University’s Economics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #12 of 39 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #23 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #25 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #54 of 85 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #229 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #233 of 463 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #12 of 39 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #23 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #25 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #54 of 85 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #229 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #233 of 463 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #12 of 39 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #23 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #25 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #54 of 85 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #229 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #233 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Stony Brook University
Those who finish Stony Brook 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 | $44,546 |
| 2 years | $42,682 |
| 3 years | $49,637 |
| 4 years | $67,617 |
| 5 years | $80,632 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Economics graduates from Stony Brook University report median earnings of $67,617, compared with $69,653 for all Stony Brook University graduates — about 3% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Economics graduates from Stony Brook University is $21,550.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Stony Brook University
The Economics program at Stony Brook University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 231 |
| Quantitative Economics | 6 |
Best-Paid Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at Stony Brook University pursue many career paths. 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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