Economics at University of Wisconsin-Madison
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, consider the program at University of Wisconsin-Madison. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Wisconsin-Madison is located in Madison, WI.
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Studying Online at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Many students take online classes at University of Wisconsin-Madison. Among 51,044 students, 1,454 (3%) studied exclusively online and 10,996 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Use these rankings to compare University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Economics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #1 of 8 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #4 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #5 of 57 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #14 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #51 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #167 of 463 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #1 of 8 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #4 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #5 of 57 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #14 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #51 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #167 of 463 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #1 of 8 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #4 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #5 of 57 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #14 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #51 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #167 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Wisconsin-Madison
Those who finish University of Wisconsin-Madison’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 | $48,053 |
| 2 years | $53,719 |
| 3 years | $57,775 |
| 4 years | $69,594 |
| 5 years | $84,958 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Economics graduates from University of Wisconsin-Madison take home a median $69,594, compared with $74,335 for all University of Wisconsin-Madison graduates — about 6% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Economics graduates from University of Wisconsin-Madison comes in at $20,750.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of Wisconsin-Madison
This Economics program at University of Wisconsin-Madison breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 627 |
| Quantitative Economics | 177 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at University of Wisconsin-Madison work across a variety of fields. Here are the top-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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