Economics at University of Akron Main Campus
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, consider the program at University of Akron Main Campus. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Akron Main Campus sits in Akron, OH.
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Online Class Availability at University of Akron Main Campus
Many students take online classes at University of Akron Main Campus. Among 13,332 students, 1,951 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,794 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Akron Main Campus
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Akron Main Campus’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Ohio | #2 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #14 of 15 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #19 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #53 of 57 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #203 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #451 of 466 |
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of Akron Main Campus
The Economics program at University of Akron Main Campus offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 6 |
| Quantitative Economics | 13 |
Best-Paid Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at University of Akron Main Campus pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-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
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