Economics at University of North Texas
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, consider the program at University of North Texas. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of North Texas sits in Denton, TX.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of North Texas
Online coursework is an option at University of North Texas. Among 46,864 students, 6,208 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 25,860 (55%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of North Texas
These rankings give you a sense of how University of North Texas’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #6 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #8 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #12 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #16 of 27 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #172 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #326 of 466 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #6 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #8 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #12 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #16 of 27 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #172 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #326 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of North Texas
Students who complete University of North Texas’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 | $41,660 |
| 2 years | $43,575 |
| 3 years | $54,682 |
| 4 years | $61,279 |
| 5 years | $62,195 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Economics graduates from University of North Texas take home a median $61,279, compared with $58,467 for all University of North Texas graduates — about 5% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Economics graduates from University of North Texas comes in at $23,619.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of North Texas
This Economics program at University of North Texas includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 26 |
| Quantitative Economics | 5 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Graduates of the Economics program at University of North Texas pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying 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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