Economics at Western Colorado University
If you plan to study Economics, you may want to check out the program at Western Colorado University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Western Colorado University sits in Gunnison, CO.
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Studying Online at Western Colorado University
Many students take online classes at Western Colorado University. Of 3,568 students, 1,449 (41%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 424 (12%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Western Colorado University
Use these rankings to compare Western Colorado University’s Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #None of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #None of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #None of 466 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #None of 9 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #None of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #None of 463 |
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Western Colorado University
This Economics program at Western Colorado University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 7 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at Western Colorado University go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid careers for 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 |
| 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.