Economics at University of Vermont
If you plan to study Economics, take a look at what University of Vermont. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Vermont is located in Burlington, VT.
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Studying Online at University of Vermont
Distance learning is available at University of Vermont. Among 14,476 students, 456 (3%) studied exclusively online and 3,228 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Vermont
Rankings can help you compare University of Vermont’s Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Vermont | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Vermont | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #19 of 45 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #39 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #293 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #349 of 466 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Vermont | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Vermont | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #19 of 45 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #39 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #293 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #349 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Vermont
Those who finish University of Vermont’s Economics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $36,471 |
| 2 years | $37,856 |
| 3 years | $42,163 |
| 4 years | $51,595 |
| 5 years | $59,465 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Economics graduates from University of Vermont take home a median $51,595, compared with $56,910 for all University of Vermont graduates — about 9% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Economics graduates from University of Vermont is $23,875.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of Vermont
This Economics program at University of Vermont includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 36 |
| Development Economics | 18 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at University of Vermont go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-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.