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General Economics Schools in Massachusetts

In 2020-2021, 1,173 students earned their General Economics degrees in MA.

In terms of popularity, General Economics is the 8th most popular major in the state out of a total 85 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of General Economics Majors in Massachusetts

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 1,137
Master’s Degree 20
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 16
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 16
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 16

Gender Distribution

In Massachusetts, 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 Massachusetts is as follows:

  • Asian: 9.9%
  • Black or African American: 4.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 7.1%
  • White: 45.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 27.2%
  • Other Races: 5.9%
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Jobs for General Economics Grads in Massachusetts

11,410 people in the state and 505,930 in the nation are employed in jobs related to general economics.

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Wages for General Economics Jobs in Massachusetts

A typical salary for a general economics grad in the state is $117,680, compared to a typical salary of $115,590 nationwide.

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

281 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
32,718 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.40%. The full-time teacher rate is 73%. Most students complete their degree in 4.06 years.

280 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
31,642 Total Students

A typical student attending UMass Amherst will pay a net price of $22,038. 90% of students get financical aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1.

140 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
2,970 Total Students

10 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $35,761. It takes the average student 4.03 years to graduate.

134 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
16,259 Total Students

The average student takes 4.62 years to complete their degree at UMass Boston. The student loan default rate is 5.50% which is lower than average. The full-time teacher rate is 63%.

#5

Clark University

Worcester
66 Degrees in Major Awarded
77% Graduation Rate
3,405 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $40,331 after earning their degree at this institution. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. This private school has an average net price of $27,233.

30 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
18,150 Total Students

91% of students get financical aid. The student loan default rate of 3.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $51,874 a year.

29 Degrees in Major Awarded
78% Graduation Rate
1,670 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $44,809 after earning their degree at this institution. 100% of students get financical aid. It takes the average student 4.08 years to graduate.

28 Degrees in Major Awarded
60% Graduation Rate
10,651 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $40,839 after earning their degree at this institution. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 5.60%. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $18,951.

#9

Smith College

Northampton
24 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
2,504 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $29,615. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 78% of students receive it. It takes the average student 4.08 years to graduate.

#10

Stonehill College

Easton
20 Degrees in Major Awarded
79% Graduation Rate
2,504 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $52,843 after earning their degree at this institution. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.40%. Most students complete their degree in 4.07 years.

General Economics Careers in MA

Some of the careers general economics majors go into include:

Job Title MA Job Growth MA Median Salary
Economics Professors 14% $110,630
Managers 7% $120,100

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

Major Annual Graduates in MA
Quantitative Economics 2,138
Development Economics 77
Applied Economics 7
International Economics 2

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