Economics at University of Kansas
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, consider the program at University of Kansas. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Kansas is in Lawrence, KS.
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Online Class Availability at University of Kansas
Distance learning is available at University of Kansas. Of 29,792 students, 3,126 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 10,681 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Kansas
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Kansas’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Kansas | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #12 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #23 of 31 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #207 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #277 of 466 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | Kansas | #3 of 4 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #12 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #23 of 31 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #207 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #277 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Kansas
Graduates of University of Kansas’s Economics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $43,144 |
| 2 years | $40,896 |
| 3 years | $51,790 |
| 4 years | $53,664 |
| 5 years | $77,286 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Economics graduates from University of Kansas report median earnings of $53,664, compared with $65,918 for all University of Kansas graduates — about 19% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Economics graduates from University of Kansas stands at $26,000.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of Kansas
The Economics program at University of Kansas includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 39 |
| Quantitative Economics | 17 |
Best-Paid Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at University of Kansas work across a variety of fields. Below 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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