Economics at Wichita State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, take a look at what Wichita State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Wichita State University sits in Wichita, KS.
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Online & Distance Learning at Wichita State University
Many students take online classes at Wichita State University. Among 16,689 students, 4,761 (29%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,354 (32%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Wichita State University
Rankings can help you compare Wichita State University’s Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #1 of 4 |
| Best Value | Kansas | #2 of 4 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #3 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #16 of 31 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #136 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #182 of 466 |
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Wichita State University
This Economics program at Wichita State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Economics | 10 |
Best-Paid Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at Wichita State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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.