Economics at Utah State University
If you are interested in studying Economics, consider the program at Utah State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Utah State University is in Logan, UT.
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Studying Online at Utah State University
Many students take online classes at Utah State University. Of 28,904 students, 5,333 (18%) studied exclusively online and 11,938 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Utah State University
Use these rankings to compare Utah State University’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | Utah | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #4 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #6 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #102 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #155 of 466 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | Utah | #3 of 5 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #4 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #6 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #102 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #155 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Utah State University
Students who complete Utah State University’s Economics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $49,648 |
| 2 years | $52,107 |
| 3 years | $57,959 |
| 4 years | $73,167 |
| 5 years | $88,162 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Economics graduates from Utah State University report median earnings of $73,167, compared with $48,041 for all Utah State University graduates — about 52% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Economics graduates from Utah State University comes in at $15,250.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Utah State University
The Economics program at Utah State University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Applied Economics | 5 |
| Quantitative Economics | 324 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at Utah State University go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.