Economics at Northeastern University
If you are interested in studying Economics, you may want to check out the program at Northeastern University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Northeastern University is in Boston, MA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 256 economics graduations were recorded at Northeastern University.
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Studying Online at Northeastern University
Many students take online classes at Northeastern University. Of 32,553 students, 1,730 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,507 (23%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Northeastern University
Rankings can help you compare Northeastern University’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #12 of 22 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #16 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #23 of 46 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #31 of 45 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #113 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #398 of 463 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #12 of 22 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #16 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #23 of 46 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #31 of 45 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #113 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #398 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Northeastern University
Students who complete Northeastern University’s Economics program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $56,668 |
| 2 years | $60,046 |
| 3 years | $73,998 |
| 4 years | $81,504 |
| 5 years | $98,280 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Economics graduates from Northeastern University report median earnings of $81,504, compared with $102,524 for all Northeastern University graduates — about 21% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Economics graduates from Northeastern University is $24,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Economics graduates at Northeastern University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Economics graduates at Northeastern University are 43% women (111) and 57% men (145).
Economics Bachelor’s Program at Northeastern University
Of the 197 bachelor’s economics graduates at Northeastern University, 42% were women (83) and 58% were men (114).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at Northeastern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 56 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 16 |
| Black / African American | 7 |
| Asian | 35 |
| Two or More Races | 11 |
| International (Nonresident) | 69 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 35% of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at Northeastern University, above the national average of 34%.*
Economics Master’s Program at Northeastern University
Among the 56 master’s economics degrees awarded at Northeastern University, 48% were women (27) and 52% were men (29).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics master’s degree recipients at Northeastern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 46 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 7% of Economics master’s degree recipients at Northeastern University, lower than the national average of 14%.*
Economics Doctoral Program at Northeastern University
Among the 3 doctoral economics degrees awarded at Northeastern University, 33% were women (1) and 67% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics doctoral degree recipients at Northeastern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Northeastern University
The Economics program at Northeastern University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Economics | 247 |
| Development Economics | 9 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at Northeastern University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Economics majors, 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.
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