Economics at University of Colorado Boulder
If you plan to study Economics, consider the program at University of Colorado Boulder. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Colorado Boulder is located in Boulder, CO.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Colorado Boulder
Many students take online classes at University of Colorado Boulder. Among 38,799 students, 797 (2%) studied exclusively online and 14,197 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Colorado Boulder
Use these rankings to compare University of Colorado Boulder’s Economics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #3 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 19 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #6 of 9 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #15 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #121 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #285 of 463 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #3 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 19 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #6 of 9 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #15 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #121 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #285 of 463 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #3 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 19 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #6 of 9 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #15 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #121 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #285 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Colorado Boulder
Graduates of University of Colorado Boulder’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 | $44,089 |
| 2 years | $45,190 |
| 3 years | $56,788 |
| 4 years | $65,987 |
| 5 years | $80,644 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Economics graduates from University of Colorado Boulder report median earnings of $65,987, compared with $71,162 for all University of Colorado Boulder graduates — about 7% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Economics graduates from University of Colorado Boulder is $17,119.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of Colorado Boulder
This Economics program at University of Colorado Boulder offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 215 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at University of Colorado Boulder go on to a range of careers. Here are 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
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