General Economics at Western Michigan University
If you plan to study General Economics, you may want to check out the program at Western Michigan University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Western Michigan University is located in Kalamazoo, MI.
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Online Class Availability at Western Michigan University
Online coursework is an option at Western Michigan University. Among 16,744 students, 2,238 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,676 (46%) took at least some classes online.
General Economics Rankings at Western Michigan University
Use these rankings to compare Western Michigan University’s General Economics program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #3 of 9 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #7 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #22 of 36 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #24 of 45 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #190 of 315 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #230 of 387 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Economics Graduates
Those who complete General Economics program at Western Michigan University go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid careers for General Economics majors, 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
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