Economics at University of West Georgia
If you plan to study Economics, take a look at what University of West Georgia. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of West Georgia is located in Carrollton, GA.
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Online Class Availability at University of West Georgia
Distance learning is available at University of West Georgia. Of 14,337 students, 7,383 (51%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,003 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of West Georgia
These rankings give you a sense of how University of West Georgia’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Georgia | #3 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #10 of 10 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #30 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #69 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #226 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #461 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of West Georgia
Those who finish University of West Georgia’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 | $30,519 |
| 2 years | $28,598 |
| 3 years | $36,405 |
| 4 years | $45,971 |
| 5 years | $58,939 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Economics graduates from University of West Georgia earn a median of $45,971, compared with $57,490 for all University of West Georgia graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Economics graduates from University of West Georgia comes in at $25,250.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of West Georgia
The Economics program at University of West Georgia offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 8 |
| International Economics | 4 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at University of West Georgia pursue many career paths. 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
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