Economics at University of Southern Maine
If you plan to study Economics, you may want to check out the program at University of Southern Maine. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Southern Maine is located in Portland, ME.
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Studying Online at University of Southern Maine
Online coursework is an option at University of Southern Maine. Among 7,604 students, 1,870 (25%) studied exclusively online and 2,803 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Southern Maine
Rankings can help you compare University of Southern Maine’s Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Maine | #1 of 5 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #4 of 45 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maine | #5 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #42 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #141 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #393 of 466 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Economics graduates from University of Southern Maine comes in at $12,996.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of Southern Maine
The Economics program at University of Southern Maine breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 13 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at University of Southern Maine work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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.