Business Economics at Western Illinois University
If you plan to study Business Economics, take a look at what Western Illinois University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Western Illinois University sits in Macomb, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 4 business economics degrees were awarded at Western Illinois University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Western Illinois University
Online coursework is an option at Western Illinois University. Of 6,332 students, 1,607 (25%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,917 (46%) took at least some classes online.
Business Economics Rankings at Western Illinois University
These rankings give you a sense of how Western Illinois University’s Business Economics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #None of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #None of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #None of 93 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #None of 11 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #None of 4 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #None of 93 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Business Economics graduates at Western Illinois University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Business Economics graduates at Western Illinois University are 75% women (3) and 25% men (1).
Business Economics Bachelor’s Program at Western Illinois University
Of the 4 bachelor’s business economics degrees awarded at Western Illinois University, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Business Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at Western Illinois University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Best-Paid Careers for Business Economics Graduates
Graduates of the Business Economics program at Western Illinois University work across a variety of fields. Here are the top-paying careers for Business Economics majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Financial Risk Specialists | $127,364 |
| Environmental Economists | $86,726 |
| Economists | $73,611 |
| Economics Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,831 |
| Management Analysts | $51,034 |
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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