Economics at University of Maine
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, consider the program at University of Maine. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Maine is in Orono, ME.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Maine
Online coursework is an option at University of Maine. Among 12,029 students, 2,466 (21%) studied exclusively online and 4,263 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Maine
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Maine’s Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Maine | #2 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maine | #4 of 5 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #8 of 45 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #41 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #240 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #379 of 466 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Maine | #2 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maine | #4 of 5 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #8 of 45 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #41 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #240 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #379 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Maine
Graduates of University of Maine’s Economics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $31,366 |
| 2 years | $45,808 |
| 4 years | $62,824 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Economics graduates from University of Maine take home a median $62,824, compared with $53,600 for all University of Maine graduates — about 17% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Economics graduates from University of Maine comes in at $22,984.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of Maine
The Economics program at University of Maine offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 26 |
| Quantitative Economics | 10 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Graduates of the Economics program at University of Maine pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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.