Quantitative Economics at Western Kentucky University
If you plan to study Quantitative Economics, you may want to check out the program at Western Kentucky University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Western Kentucky University sits in Bowling Green, KY.
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Studying Online at Western Kentucky University
Many students take online classes at Western Kentucky University. Of 16,291 students, 3,505 (22%) studied exclusively online and 6,624 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Quantitative Economics Rankings at Western Kentucky University
These rankings give you a sense of how Western Kentucky University’s Quantitative Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #11 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #25 of 27 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #45 of 250 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #196 of 204 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #11 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #25 of 27 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #45 of 250 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #196 of 204 |
Top-Paying Careers for Quantitative Economics Graduates
Graduates of the Quantitative Economics program at Western Kentucky University work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid careers for Quantitative 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 |
| 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 |
| Regulatory Affairs Managers | $77,828 |
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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