Economics at University of Oregon
If you plan to study Economics, take a look at what University of Oregon. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Oregon is located in Eugene, OR.
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Online Class Availability at University of Oregon
Distance learning is available at University of Oregon. Of 24,404 students, 648 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,016 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Oregon
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Oregon’s Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #2 of 6 |
| Best Value | Oregon | #3 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #42 of 129 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #110 of 129 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #189 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #297 of 463 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #2 of 6 |
| Best Value | Oregon | #3 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #42 of 129 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #110 of 129 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #189 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #297 of 463 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #2 of 6 |
| Best Value | Oregon | #3 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #42 of 129 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #110 of 129 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #189 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #297 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Oregon
Those who finish University of Oregon’s 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 | $40,966 |
| 2 years | $47,475 |
| 3 years | $54,225 |
| 4 years | $64,476 |
| 5 years | $77,115 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Economics graduates from University of Oregon earn a median of $64,476, compared with $57,490 for all University of Oregon graduates — about 12% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Economics graduates from University of Oregon comes in at $19,305.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of Oregon
The Economics program at University of Oregon breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Economics | 160 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at University of Oregon work across a variety of fields. Below 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.