Economics at Texas Tech University
If you are interested in studying Economics, you may want to check out the program at Texas Tech University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Texas Tech University is in Lubbock, TX.
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Online & Distance Learning at Texas Tech University
Online coursework is an option at Texas Tech University. Of 40,757 students, 5,648 (14%) studied exclusively online and 21,407 (53%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Texas Tech University
These rankings give you a sense of how Texas Tech University’s Economics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #13 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #16 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #19 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #21 of 27 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #289 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #391 of 466 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #13 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #16 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #19 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #21 of 27 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #289 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #391 of 466 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #13 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #16 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #19 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #21 of 27 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #289 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #391 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Texas Tech University
Those who finish Texas Tech 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 | $43,863 |
| 2 years | $44,970 |
| 3 years | $50,475 |
| 4 years | $55,622 |
| 5 years | $69,569 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Economics graduates from Texas Tech University take home a median $55,622, compared with $63,780 for all Texas Tech University graduates — about 13% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Economics graduates from Texas Tech University stands at $27,125.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Texas Tech University
The Economics program at Texas Tech University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 54 |
| Quantitative Economics | 23 |
| International Economics | 11 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Graduates of the Economics program at Texas Tech University go on to a range of careers. 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.