Economics at University of Missouri-Kansas City
If you plan to study Economics, consider the program at University of Missouri-Kansas City. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Missouri-Kansas City is located in Kansas City, MO.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Missouri-Kansas City
Many students take online classes at University of Missouri-Kansas City. Among 14,732 students, 683 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,951 (20%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Missouri-Kansas City
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Missouri-Kansas City’s Economics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Missouri | #2 of 9 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #2 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #3 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #8 of 31 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #92 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #142 of 466 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Missouri | #2 of 9 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #2 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #3 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #8 of 31 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #92 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #142 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Missouri-Kansas City
Those who finish University of Missouri-Kansas City’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 | $42,509 |
| 2 years | $46,459 |
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of Missouri-Kansas City
The Economics program at University of Missouri-Kansas City offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Economics | 20 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Graduates of the Economics program at University of Missouri-Kansas City pursue many career paths. Below are 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.