Economics at University of California-Davis
If you are interested in studying Economics, you may want to check out the program at University of California-Davis. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of California-Davis is located in Davis, CA.
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Online Class Availability at University of California-Davis
Distance learning is available at University of California-Davis. Of 40,065 students, 336 (1%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,339 (11%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of California-Davis
These rankings give you a sense of how University of California-Davis’s Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #10 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #11 of 129 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #58 of 466 |
| Best Value | California | #89 of 110 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #94 of 129 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #133 of 463 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #10 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #11 of 129 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #58 of 466 |
| Best Value | California | #89 of 110 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #94 of 129 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #133 of 463 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #10 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #11 of 129 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #58 of 466 |
| Best Value | California | #89 of 110 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #94 of 129 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #133 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of California-Davis
Students who complete University of California-Davis’s Economics program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $44,249 |
| 2 years | $47,553 |
| 3 years | $57,870 |
| 4 years | $71,906 |
| 5 years | $86,559 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Economics graduates from University of California-Davis report median earnings of $71,906, compared with $64,648 for all University of California-Davis graduates — about 11% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Economics graduates from University of California-Davis comes in at $13,000.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of California-Davis
The Economics program at University of California-Davis breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Economics | 487 |
Best-Paid Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at University of California-Davis pursue many career paths. Here are 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.