Agricultural Economics at University of Nebraska at Kearney
If you are interested in studying Agricultural Economics, you may want to check out the program at University of Nebraska at Kearney. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Nebraska at Kearney is located in Kearney, NE.
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Studying Online at University of Nebraska at Kearney
Many students take online classes at University of Nebraska at Kearney. Among 5,881 students, 2,191 (37%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,933 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Agricultural Economics Rankings at University of Nebraska at Kearney
Rankings can help you compare University of Nebraska at Kearney’s Agricultural Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nebraska | #None of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #None of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #None of 157 |
| Best Value | Nebraska | #None of 5 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #None of 39 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #None of 157 |
Earnings for Agricultural Economics Graduates from University of Nebraska at Kearney
Graduates of University of Nebraska at Kearney’s Agricultural Economics program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $43,654 |
| 2 years | $38,829 |
| 3 years | $51,703 |
| 4 years | $59,416 |
| 5 years | $62,723 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Agricultural Economics graduates from University of Nebraska at Kearney take home a median $59,416, compared with $51,284 for all University of Nebraska at Kearney graduates — about 16% higher than the school-wide median.
More Specific Agricultural Economics Concentrations at University of Nebraska at Kearney
This Agricultural Economics program at University of Nebraska at Kearney includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Agricultural Business | 6 |
Best-Paid Careers for Agricultural Economics Graduates
Those who complete Agricultural Economics program at University of Nebraska at Kearney pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Agricultural Economics graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Buyers and Purchasing Agents, Farm Products | $109,813 |
| Environmental Economists | $86,726 |
| Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers | $84,680 |
| Economists | $73,611 |
| Economics Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,831 |
| Farm and Home Management Educators | $55,950 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products | $29,657 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers | $27,636 |
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.