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Applied Economics at University of Houston
If you are interested in studying Applied Economics, you may want to check out the program at University of Houston. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Houston is in Houston, TX.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Houston
Distance learning is available at University of Houston. Of 47,980 students, 5,933 (12%) studied exclusively online and 26,962 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Applied Economics Rankings at University of Houston
Use these rankings to compare University of Houston’s Applied Economics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Texas | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #2 of 5 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #7 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #8 of 9 |
Top-Paying Careers for Applied Economics Graduates
Graduates of the Applied Economics program at University of Houston go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for Applied Economics majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | $124,518 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Environmental Economists | $86,726 |
| Search Marketing Strategists | $85,177 |
| Regulatory Affairs Managers | $77,828 |
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.