Economics at Binghamton University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, take a look at what Binghamton University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Binghamton University is in Vestal, NY.
During the most recent reporting year, 335 economics graduations were recorded at Binghamton University.
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Online Class Availability at Binghamton University
Online coursework is an option at Binghamton University. Among 18,816 students, 581 (3%) studied exclusively online and 938 (5%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Binghamton University
These rankings give you a sense of how Binghamton University’s Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #13 of 40 |
| Best Value | New York | #19 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #35 of 85 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #36 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #138 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #284 of 463 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #13 of 40 |
| Best Value | New York | #19 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #35 of 85 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #36 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #138 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #284 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Binghamton University
Graduates of Binghamton 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 | $44,831 |
| 2 years | $46,708 |
| 3 years | $63,413 |
| 4 years | $74,087 |
| 5 years | $88,616 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Economics graduates from Binghamton University report median earnings of $74,087, compared with $71,929 for all Binghamton University graduates — about 3% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Economics graduates from Binghamton University comes in at $19,919.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Economics graduates at Binghamton University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Economics graduates at Binghamton University are 26% women (88) and 74% men (247).
Economics Bachelor’s Program at Binghamton University
Among the 316 bachelor’s economics graduates at Binghamton University, 27% were women (84) and 73% were men (232).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at Binghamton University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 190 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 28 |
| Black / African American | 10 |
| Asian | 43 |
| Two or More Races | 8 |
| International (Nonresident) | 33 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 28% of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at Binghamton University, below the national average of 34%.*
Economics Master’s Program at Binghamton University
Among the 18 master’s economics graduates at Binghamton University, 22% were women (4) and 78% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics master’s degree recipients at Binghamton University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Minority students account for 50% of Economics master’s degree recipients at Binghamton University, above the national average of 14%.*
Economics Doctoral Program at Binghamton University
Among the 1 doctoral economics degrees awarded at Binghamton University, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics doctoral degree recipients at Binghamton University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| 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 Binghamton University
This Economics program at Binghamton University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 221 |
| Applied Economics | 97 |
| Quantitative Economics | 17 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at Binghamton University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.