Economics at Syracuse University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, consider the program at Syracuse University. Get started with the following essential facts.
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Online Class Availability at Syracuse University
Many students take online classes at Syracuse University. Of 22,589 students, 2,298 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,396 (11%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Syracuse University
These rankings give you a sense of how Syracuse University’s Economics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #14 of 40 |
| Best Value | New York | #37 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #38 of 85 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #79 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #146 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #448 of 463 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #14 of 40 |
| Best Value | New York | #37 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #38 of 85 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #79 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #146 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #448 of 463 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #14 of 40 |
| Best Value | New York | #37 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #38 of 85 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #79 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #146 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #448 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Syracuse University
Students who complete Syracuse University’s Economics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $45,639 |
| 2 years | $47,846 |
| 3 years | $61,293 |
| 4 years | $70,698 |
| 5 years | $82,376 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Economics graduates from Syracuse University earn a median of $70,698, compared with $69,552 for all Syracuse University graduates — about 2% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Economics graduates from Syracuse University comes in at $26,000.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Syracuse University
This Economics program at Syracuse University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 145 |
| Quantitative Economics | 85 |
Best-Paid Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at Syracuse University go on to a range of careers. Below 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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