Economics at University of Northern Iowa
If you plan to study Economics, consider the program at University of Northern Iowa. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Northern Iowa sits in Cedar Falls, IA.
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Online Class Availability at University of Northern Iowa
Online coursework is an option at University of Northern Iowa. Of 9,278 students, 1,482 (16%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,792 (30%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Northern Iowa
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Northern Iowa’s Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Iowa | #None of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #None of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #None of 466 |
| Best Value | Iowa | #None of 4 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #None of 31 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #None of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Northern Iowa
Those who finish University of Northern Iowa’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 | $54,358 |
| 2 years | $42,682 |
| 3 years | $52,540 |
| 4 years | $69,146 |
| 5 years | $76,060 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Economics graduates from University of Northern Iowa report median earnings of $69,146, compared with $50,993 for all University of Northern Iowa graduates — about 36% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Economics graduates from University of Northern Iowa stands at $17,169.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of Northern Iowa
The Economics program at University of Northern Iowa breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 3 |
| Applied Economics | 11 |
| Quantitative Economics | 1 |
Best-Paid Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at University of Northern Iowa pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.