General Economics at The University of Texas at Austin
If you plan to study General Economics, take a look at what The University of Texas at Austin. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
The University of Texas at Austin is located in Austin, TX.
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Online & Distance Learning at The University of Texas at Austin
Distance learning is available at The University of Texas at Austin. Of 53,864 students, 257 (0%) studied exclusively online and 19,713 (37%) took at least some classes online.
General Economics Rankings at The University of Texas at Austin
Use these rankings to compare The University of Texas at Austin’s General Economics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #5 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #5 of 17 |
| Best Value | Texas | #10 of 18 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #14 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #34 of 315 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #224 of 387 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Economics Graduates
Those who complete General Economics program at The University of Texas at Austin go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for General Economics majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Environmental Economists | $86,726 |
| Regulatory Affairs Managers | $77,828 |
| Economists | $73,611 |
| Economics Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,831 |
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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