Economics at Binghamton University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, take a look at what Binghamton University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Binghamton University is in Vestal, NY.
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Online Class Availability at Binghamton University
Online coursework is an option at Binghamton University. Among 18,816 students, 581 (3%) studied exclusively online and 938 (5%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Binghamton University
These rankings give you a sense of how Binghamton University’s Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #13 of 40 |
| Best Value | New York | #19 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #35 of 85 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #36 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #138 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #284 of 463 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #13 of 40 |
| Best Value | New York | #19 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #35 of 85 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #36 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #138 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #284 of 463 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #13 of 40 |
| Best Value | New York | #19 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #35 of 85 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #36 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #138 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #284 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Binghamton University
Graduates of Binghamton 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 | $44,831 |
| 2 years | $46,708 |
| 3 years | $63,413 |
| 4 years | $74,087 |
| 5 years | $88,616 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Economics graduates from Binghamton University report median earnings of $74,087, compared with $71,929 for all Binghamton University graduates — about 3% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Economics graduates from Binghamton University comes in at $19,919.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Binghamton University
This Economics program at Binghamton University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 221 |
| Applied Economics | 97 |
| Quantitative Economics | 17 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at Binghamton 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.