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General Economics Schools in Connecticut

711 General Economics students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

A General Economics major is the 4th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of General Economics Majors in Connecticut

General Economics majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 701
Master’s Degree 5
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 4
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 4
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 4
Associate Degree 1

Gender Distribution

In Connecticut, a general economics major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of general economics majors in Connecticut is as follows:

  • Asian: 7.7%
  • Black or African American: 5.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 9.3%
  • White: 52.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 21.5%
  • Other Races: 3.5%
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Jobs for General Economics Grads in Connecticut

In this state, there are 7,280 people employed in jobs related to a general economics degree, compared to 505,930 nationwide.

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Wages for General Economics Jobs in Connecticut

In this state, general economics grads earn an average of $95,450. Nationwide, they make an average of $115,590.

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There are 10 colleges in Connecticut that offer general economics degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

464 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
27,215 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 2.00% which is lower than average. A typical student attending UCONN will pay a net price of $22,974. Of all the students who attend this school, 77% get financial aid.

#2

Trinity College

Hartford
52 Degrees in Major Awarded
84% Graduation Rate
2,241 Total Students

The 1.90% student loan default rate is lower than average. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 85% are considered full time. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $32,694.

#3

Connecticut College

New London
43 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
1,737 Total Students

74% of the teachers are full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $53,562 after earning their degree at this institution.

32 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
10,652 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 49% are considered full time. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $16,723. 89% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

27 Degrees in Major Awarded
77% Graduation Rate
9,746 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 42%. In their early career, Quinnipiac grads earn an average salary of $60,948. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $41,230.

25 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
9,313 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 2.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $53,558 a year. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid.

#7

Fairfield University

Fairfield
21 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
5,513 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid. An average student at Fairfield U will pay a net price of $36,633. 100% of the teachers are full time.

#7

University of Hartford

West Hartford
21 Degrees in Major Awarded
60% Graduation Rate
6,493 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $28,712. The full-time teacher rate is 43%.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
9,331 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $42,096 after earning their degree at this institution. The full-time teacher rate is 48%. This public school has an average net price of $20,830.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
5,246 Total Students

In their early career, WestConn grads earn an average salary of $42,888. 83% of students get financical aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.42 years.

General Economics Careers in CT

Some of the careers general economics majors go into include:

Job Title CT Job Growth CT Median Salary
Managers 9% $118,140
Economics Professors 4% $94,260
Economists 0% $93,950

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to general economics.

Major Annual Graduates in CT
Quantitative Economics 388

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