Economics at University of Rhode Island
If you are interested in studying Economics, consider the program at University of Rhode Island. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Rhode Island is in Kingston, RI.
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Online Class Availability at University of Rhode Island
Online coursework is an option at University of Rhode Island. Among 17,210 students, 818 (5%) studied exclusively online and 5,946 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Rhode Island
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Rhode Island’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Rhode Island | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rhode Island | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #13 of 45 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #40 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #283 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #363 of 466 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Rhode Island | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rhode Island | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #13 of 45 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #40 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #283 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #363 of 466 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Rhode Island | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rhode Island | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #13 of 45 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #40 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #283 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #363 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Rhode Island
Graduates of University of Rhode Island’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 | $43,419 |
| 2 years | $40,392 |
| 3 years | $46,117 |
| 4 years | $65,993 |
| 5 years | $63,644 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Economics graduates from University of Rhode Island report median earnings of $65,993, compared with $67,030 for all University of Rhode Island graduates — about 2% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Economics graduates from University of Rhode Island comes in at $23,375.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of Rhode Island
This Economics program at University of Rhode Island offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 26 |
| Applied Economics | 7 |
| Quantitative Economics | 23 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at University of Rhode Island work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-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.