Economics at University of Puget Sound
If you are interested in studying Economics, consider the program at University of Puget Sound. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Puget Sound is in Tacoma, WA.
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Studying Online at University of Puget Sound
University of Puget Sound delivers most coursework on campus; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Economics Rankings at University of Puget Sound
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Puget Sound’s Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #8 of 10 |
| Best Value | Washington | #10 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #91 of 129 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #123 of 129 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #328 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #439 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Puget Sound
Students who complete University of Puget Sound’s Economics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $48,980 |
| 2 years | $41,565 |
| 3 years | $49,196 |
| 4 years | $61,261 |
| 5 years | $69,224 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Economics graduates from University of Puget Sound earn a median of $61,261, compared with $61,512 for all University of Puget Sound graduates — about 0% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Economics graduates from University of Puget Sound stands at $26,031.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of Puget Sound
This Economics program at University of Puget Sound breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 21 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Graduates of the Economics program at University of Puget Sound go on to a range of careers. 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
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