Economics at The University of Texas at Austin
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, you may want to check out the program at The University of Texas at Austin. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
The University of Texas at Austin is located in Austin, TX.
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Online Class Availability at The University of Texas at Austin
Many students take online classes at The University of Texas at Austin. Of 53,864 students, 257 (0%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 19,713 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at The University of Texas at Austin
Rankings can help you compare The University of Texas at Austin’s Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #5 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #5 of 20 |
| Best Value | Texas | #11 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #16 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #94 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #249 of 463 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #5 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #5 of 20 |
| Best Value | Texas | #11 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #16 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #94 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #249 of 463 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #5 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #5 of 20 |
| Best Value | Texas | #11 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #16 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #94 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #249 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from The University of Texas at Austin
Students who complete The University of Texas at Austin’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 | $51,564 |
| 2 years | $55,285 |
| 3 years | $67,484 |
| 4 years | $80,964 |
| 5 years | $97,402 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Economics graduates from The University of Texas at Austin earn a median of $80,964, compared with $77,647 for all The University of Texas at Austin graduates — about 4% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Economics graduates from The University of Texas at Austin is $21,125.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at The University of Texas at Austin
The Economics program at The University of Texas at Austin includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 325 |
| Quantitative Economics | 115 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at The University of Texas at Austin 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.