Economics at The University of Montana
If you are interested in studying Economics, take a look at what The University of Montana. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
The University of Montana sits in Missoula, MT.
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Online & Distance Learning at The University of Montana
Online coursework is an option at The University of Montana. Of 10,811 students, 2,398 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,174 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at The University of Montana
Use these rankings to compare The University of Montana’s Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Montana | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Montana | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #9 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #12 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #219 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #362 of 466 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Montana | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Montana | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #9 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #12 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #219 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #362 of 466 |
More Specific Economics Concentrations at The University of Montana
This Economics program at The University of Montana offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 17 |
Best-Paid Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at The University of Montana work across a variety of fields. 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.