Economics at University of Florida
If you plan to study Economics, take a look at what University of Florida. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Florida is located in Gainesville, FL.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Florida
Online coursework is an option at University of Florida. Of 56,311 students, 8,372 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 24,287 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Florida
Rankings can help you compare University of Florida’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #1 of 12 |
| Best Value | Florida | #1 of 12 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #11 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #13 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #77 of 466 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #1 of 12 |
| Best Value | Florida | #1 of 12 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #11 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #13 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #77 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Florida
Those who finish University of Florida’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 | $45,380 |
| 2 years | $48,265 |
| 3 years | $57,355 |
| 4 years | $72,775 |
| 5 years | $79,677 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Economics graduates from University of Florida take home a median $72,775, compared with $73,816 for all University of Florida graduates — about 1% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Economics graduates from University of Florida comes in at $15,851.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of Florida
The Economics program at University of Florida offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 318 |
| Quantitative Economics | 38 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at University of Florida pursue many career paths. Here are the top-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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