Economics at University of Illinois Chicago
If you are interested in studying Economics, you may want to check out the program at University of Illinois Chicago. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Illinois Chicago is located in Chicago, IL.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Illinois Chicago
Distance learning is available at University of Illinois Chicago. Of 33,906 students, 4,153 (12%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 18,836 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Illinois Chicago
Rankings can help you compare University of Illinois Chicago’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #1 of 14 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #6 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #26 of 57 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #119 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #262 of 466 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #1 of 14 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #6 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #26 of 57 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #119 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #262 of 466 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #1 of 14 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #4 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #6 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #26 of 57 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #119 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #262 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Illinois Chicago
Those who finish University of Illinois Chicago’s Economics program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $43,239 |
| 2 years | $43,426 |
| 3 years | $54,041 |
| 4 years | $63,369 |
| 5 years | $75,992 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Economics graduates from University of Illinois Chicago take home a median $63,369, compared with $73,881 for all University of Illinois Chicago graduates — about 14% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Economics graduates from University of Illinois Chicago is $19,002.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of Illinois Chicago
The Economics program at University of Illinois Chicago breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 56 |
| Quantitative Economics | 15 |
Best-Paid Careers for Economics Graduates
Graduates of the Economics program at University of Illinois Chicago work across a variety of fields. Below 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.