Economics at University of South Florida
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, you may want to check out the program at University of South Florida. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of South Florida is in Tampa, FL.
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Online Class Availability at University of South Florida
Online coursework is an option at University of South Florida. Of 49,622 students, 7,519 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 25,913 (52%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of South Florida
These rankings give you a sense of how University of South Florida’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Florida | #4 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #7 of 12 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #7 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #44 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #95 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #343 of 466 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Florida | #4 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #7 of 12 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #7 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #44 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #95 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #343 of 466 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Florida | #4 of 12 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #7 of 12 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #7 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #44 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #95 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #343 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of South Florida
Those who finish University of South Florida’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 | $37,675 |
| 2 years | $38,289 |
| 3 years | $46,237 |
| 4 years | $54,558 |
| 5 years | $63,195 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Economics graduates from University of South Florida report median earnings of $54,558, compared with $58,776 for all University of South Florida graduates — about 7% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Economics graduates from University of South Florida stands at $22,925.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of South Florida
The Economics program at University of South Florida breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 192 |
| Quantitative Economics | 56 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at University of South Florida work across a variety of fields. Below are the best-paid 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.