General Economics at Wayne State University
If you are interested in studying General Economics, consider the program at Wayne State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Wayne State University sits in Detroit, MI.
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Online Class Availability at Wayne State University
Distance learning is available at Wayne State University. Of 23,803 students, 3,013 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 10,784 (45%) took at least some classes online.
General Economics Rankings at Wayne State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Wayne State University’s General Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #4 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #5 of 9 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #12 of 45 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #30 of 36 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #167 of 387 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #239 of 315 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #4 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #5 of 9 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #12 of 45 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #30 of 36 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #167 of 387 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #239 of 315 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #4 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #5 of 9 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #12 of 45 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #30 of 36 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #167 of 387 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #239 of 315 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Economics Graduates
Those who complete General Economics program at Wayne State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for General Economics graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Environmental Economists | $86,726 |
| Regulatory Affairs Managers | $77,828 |
| Economists | $73,611 |
| Economics Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,831 |
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.