Economics at The University of Texas at Dallas
If you are interested in studying Economics, you may want to check out the program at The University of Texas at Dallas. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
The University of Texas at Dallas sits in Richardson, TX.
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Studying Online at The University of Texas at Dallas
Distance learning is available at The University of Texas at Dallas. Among 29,886 students, 887 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,355 (31%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at The University of Texas at Dallas
These rankings give you a sense of how The University of Texas at Dallas’s Economics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #10 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #11 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #14 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #15 of 27 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #210 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #281 of 466 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #10 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #11 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #14 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #15 of 27 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #210 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #281 of 466 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #10 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #11 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #14 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #15 of 27 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #210 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #281 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from The University of Texas at Dallas
Graduates of The University of Texas at Dallas’s Economics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $44,411 |
| 2 years | $42,682 |
| 3 years | $45,664 |
| 4 years | $57,908 |
| 5 years | $71,197 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Economics graduates from The University of Texas at Dallas take home a median $57,908, compared with $82,490 for all The University of Texas at Dallas graduates — about 30% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Economics graduates from The University of Texas at Dallas is $20,748.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at The University of Texas at Dallas
This Economics program at The University of Texas at Dallas includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 19 |
| Quantitative Economics | 51 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at The University of Texas at Dallas work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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.