Economics at University of Delaware
If you are interested in studying Economics, you may want to check out the program at University of Delaware. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Delaware is located in Newark, DE.
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Online Class Availability at University of Delaware
Distance learning is available at University of Delaware. Among 24,412 students, 1,739 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,180 (38%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Delaware
Use these rankings to compare University of Delaware’s Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Delaware | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Delaware | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #15 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #29 of 85 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #124 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #184 of 463 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Delaware | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Delaware | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #15 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #29 of 85 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #124 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #184 of 463 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Delaware | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Delaware | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #15 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #29 of 85 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #124 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #184 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Delaware
Those who finish University of Delaware’s Economics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $53,288 |
| 2 years | $50,231 |
| 3 years | $62,275 |
| 4 years | $72,156 |
| 5 years | $84,140 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Economics graduates from University of Delaware report median earnings of $72,156, compared with $69,282 for all University of Delaware graduates — about 4% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Economics graduates from University of Delaware comes in at $25,261.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of Delaware
The Economics program at University of Delaware offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 34 |
| Quantitative Economics | 45 |
| Other Economics | 6 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at University of Delaware go on to a range of careers. 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.