Agricultural Economics at Utah State University
If you are interested in studying Agricultural Economics, consider the program at Utah State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Utah State University is in Logan, UT.
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Studying Online at Utah State University
Online coursework is an option at Utah State University. Among 28,904 students, 5,333 (18%) studied exclusively online and 11,938 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Agricultural Economics Rankings at Utah State University
Use these rankings to compare Utah State University’s Agricultural Economics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Utah | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #3 of 11 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #8 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #73 of 157 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #80 of 157 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Utah | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #3 of 11 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #8 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #73 of 157 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #80 of 157 |
Earnings for Agricultural Economics Graduates from Utah State University
Students who complete Utah State University’s Agricultural 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 | $42,830 |
| 2 years | $43,798 |
| 3 years | $48,194 |
| 4 years | $56,338 |
| 5 years | $66,583 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Agricultural Economics graduates from Utah State University report median earnings of $56,338, compared with $48,041 for all Utah State University graduates — about 17% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Agricultural Economics graduates from Utah State University is $11,500.
More Specific Agricultural Economics Concentrations at Utah State University
This Agricultural Economics program at Utah State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Agricultural Business | 36 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Agricultural Economics Graduates
Graduates of the Agricultural Economics program at Utah State University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Agricultural Economics graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Buyers and Purchasing Agents, Farm Products | $109,813 |
| Environmental Economists | $86,726 |
| Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers | $84,680 |
| Economists | $73,611 |
| Economics Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,831 |
| Farm and Home Management Educators | $55,950 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products | $29,657 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers | $27,636 |
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.