Economics at University of California-Riverside
If you are interested in studying Economics, take a look at what University of California-Riverside. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of California-Riverside is in Riverside, CA.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of California-Riverside
Distance learning is available at University of California-Riverside. Of 26,384 students, 263 (1%) studied exclusively online and 9,377 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of California-Riverside
These rankings give you a sense of how University of California-Riverside’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #52 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #62 of 129 |
| Best Value | California | #86 of 110 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #87 of 129 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #143 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #246 of 466 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #52 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #62 of 129 |
| Best Value | California | #86 of 110 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #87 of 129 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #143 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #246 of 466 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #52 of 110 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #62 of 129 |
| Best Value | California | #86 of 110 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #87 of 129 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #143 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #246 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of California-Riverside
Students who complete University of California-Riverside’s Economics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $35,836 |
| 2 years | $38,937 |
| 3 years | $46,889 |
| 4 years | $56,595 |
| 5 years | $66,935 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Economics graduates from University of California-Riverside report median earnings of $56,595, compared with $57,708 for all University of California-Riverside graduates — about 2% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Economics graduates from University of California-Riverside stands at $18,500.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of California-Riverside
The Economics program at University of California-Riverside breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Economics | 323 |
| Other Economics | 5 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Graduates of the Economics program at University of California-Riverside pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid 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.