Economics at University of Utah
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, consider the program at University of Utah. Get started with the following essential facts.
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Online Class Availability at University of Utah
Online coursework is an option at University of Utah. Among 36,894 students, 2,249 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 15,066 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Utah
Use these rankings to compare University of Utah’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #2 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #4 of 19 |
| Best Value | Utah | #4 of 5 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #94 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #96 of 466 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #2 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #4 of 19 |
| Best Value | Utah | #4 of 5 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #94 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #96 of 466 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #2 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #4 of 19 |
| Best Value | Utah | #4 of 5 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #94 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #96 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Utah
Those who finish University of Utah’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 | $45,716 |
| 2 years | $43,351 |
| 3 years | $57,217 |
| 4 years | $68,470 |
| 5 years | $80,323 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Economics graduates from University of Utah report median earnings of $68,470, compared with $74,538 for all University of Utah graduates — about 8% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Economics graduates from University of Utah is $16,642.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of Utah
The Economics program at University of Utah breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Economics | 219 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at University of Utah work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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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