Economics at University of Dayton
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, take a look at what University of Dayton. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Dayton sits in Dayton, OH.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Dayton
Many students take online classes at University of Dayton. Of 10,506 students, 729 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,896 (18%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Dayton
Rankings can help you compare University of Dayton’s Economics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #9 of 15 |
| Best Value | Ohio | #12 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #33 of 57 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #52 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #305 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #397 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Dayton
Students who complete University of Dayton’s Economics program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $36,141 |
| 4 years | $56,812 |
| 5 years | $62,519 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Economics graduates from University of Dayton take home a median $56,812, compared with $66,617 for all University of Dayton graduates — about 15% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Economics graduates from University of Dayton stands at $22,791.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of Dayton
This Economics program at University of Dayton offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Economics | 6 |
| Development Economics | 7 |
Best-Paid Careers for Economics Graduates
Graduates of the Economics program at University of Dayton pursue many career paths. Here 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
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