Applied Economics at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
If you plan to study Applied Economics, take a look at what University of Massachusetts-Amherst. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Massachusetts-Amherst is located in Amherst, MA.
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Studying Online at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Many students take online classes at University of Massachusetts-Amherst. Of 31,726 students, 3,511 (11%) studied exclusively online and 2,793 (9%) took at least some classes online.
Applied Economics Rankings at University of Massachusetts-Amherst
Use these rankings to compare University of Massachusetts-Amherst’s Applied Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Top-Paying Careers for Applied Economics Graduates
Students who finish Applied Economics program at University of Massachusetts-Amherst pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-paying careers for Applied Economics graduates, 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
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