Economics at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, take a look at what Bowling Green State University-Main Campus. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Bowling Green State University-Main Campus is located in Bowling Green, OH.
During the most recent reporting year, 30 economics degrees were awarded at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus.
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Online & Distance Learning at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus
Many students take online classes at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus. Among 17,594 students, 2,479 (14%) studied exclusively online and 4,920 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus
These rankings give you a sense of how Bowling Green State University-Main Campus’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Ohio | #6 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #12 of 15 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #35 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #39 of 57 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #294 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #340 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Bowling Green State University-Main Campus
Graduates of Bowling Green State University-Main Campus’s Economics program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $37,428 |
| 2 years | $50,439 |
| 3 years | $52,092 |
| 4 years | $62,885 |
| 5 years | $67,556 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Economics graduates from Bowling Green State University-Main Campus report median earnings of $62,885, compared with $53,424 for all Bowling Green State University-Main Campus graduates — about 18% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Economics graduates from Bowling Green State University-Main Campus comes in at $23,625.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the student demographics for Economics graduates at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Economics graduates at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus are 30% women (9) and 70% men (21).
Economics Bachelor’s Program at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus
Of the 18 bachelor’s economics graduates at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus, 22% were women (4) and 78% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 17% of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus, below the national average of 34%.*
Economics Master’s Program at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus
Among the 12 master’s economics graduates at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus, 42% were women (5) and 58% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics master’s degree recipients at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 17% of Economics master’s degree recipients at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus, higher than the national average of 14%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus
The Economics program at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 14 |
| Applied Economics | 4 |
| Quantitative Economics | 12 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at Bowling Green State University-Main Campus work across a variety of fields. Below 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 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Statisticians | $130,349 |
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | $124,518 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Biostatisticians | $121,594 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Survey Researchers | $108,538 |
| Data Scientists | $106,295 |
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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