Economics at Western Illinois University
If you are interested in studying Economics, consider the program at Western Illinois University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Western Illinois University is located in Macomb, IL.
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Online Class Availability at Western Illinois University
Many students take online classes at Western Illinois University. Among 6,332 students, 1,607 (25%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,917 (46%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Western Illinois University
Rankings can help you compare Western Illinois University’s Economics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #2 of 14 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #8 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #14 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #52 of 57 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #156 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #447 of 466 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #2 of 14 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #8 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #14 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #52 of 57 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #156 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #447 of 466 |
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Western Illinois University
The Economics program at Western Illinois University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 1 |
| Quantitative Economics | 13 |
Best-Paid Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at Western Illinois University work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-paying 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.