Economics at University of Minnesota-Duluth
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, consider the program at University of Minnesota-Duluth. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Minnesota-Duluth is in Duluth, MN.
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Studying Online at University of Minnesota-Duluth
Online coursework is an option at University of Minnesota-Duluth. Of 9,253 students, 250 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,373 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Minnesota-Duluth
Use these rankings to compare University of Minnesota-Duluth’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Minnesota | #3 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #8 of 10 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #18 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #25 of 31 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #243 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #284 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Minnesota-Duluth
Students who complete University of Minnesota-Duluth’s Economics program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $40,598 |
| 2 years | $47,260 |
| 3 years | $54,441 |
| 4 years | $60,346 |
| 5 years | $68,688 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Economics graduates from University of Minnesota-Duluth take home a median $60,346, compared with $59,496 for all University of Minnesota-Duluth graduates — about 1% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Economics graduates from University of Minnesota-Duluth stands at $25,250.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of Minnesota-Duluth
The Economics program at University of Minnesota-Duluth breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 13 |
| Other Economics | 2 |
Best-Paid Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at University of Minnesota-Duluth work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Economics majors, 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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