Economics at University of Pennsylvania
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, take a look at what University of Pennsylvania. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Pennsylvania
Online coursework is an option at University of Pennsylvania. Of 29,109 students, 3,249 (11%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,003 (3%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Pennsylvania
Use these rankings to compare University of Pennsylvania’s Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #2 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #4 of 85 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #12 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #14 of 466 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #56 of 84 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #382 of 463 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #2 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #4 of 85 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #12 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #14 of 466 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #56 of 84 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #382 of 463 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #2 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #4 of 85 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #12 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #14 of 466 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #56 of 84 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #382 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Pennsylvania
Graduates of University of Pennsylvania’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 | $72,198 |
| 2 years | $77,087 |
| 3 years | $94,172 |
| 4 years | $125,816 |
| 5 years | $152,236 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Economics graduates from University of Pennsylvania take home a median $125,816, compared with $151,398 for all University of Pennsylvania graduates — about 17% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Economics graduates from University of Pennsylvania is $14,000.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of Pennsylvania
This Economics program at University of Pennsylvania offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 2 |
| Quantitative Economics | 261 |
Best-Paid Careers for Economics Graduates
Graduates of the Economics program at University of Pennsylvania work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-paying careers for Economics graduates, 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.