Economics at SUNY Buffalo State University
If you are interested in studying Economics, you may want to check out the program at SUNY Buffalo State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
SUNY Buffalo State University is located in Buffalo, NY.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 21 economics graduations were recorded at SUNY Buffalo State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at SUNY Buffalo State University
Distance learning is available at SUNY Buffalo State University. Among 6,188 students, 328 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,335 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at SUNY Buffalo State University
Use these rankings to compare SUNY Buffalo State University’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New York | #13 of 39 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #24 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #40 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #85 of 85 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #202 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #463 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from SUNY Buffalo State University
Those who finish SUNY Buffalo State University’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 | $36,130 |
| 2 years | $36,488 |
| 3 years | $45,629 |
| 4 years | $56,086 |
| 5 years | $62,835 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Economics graduates from SUNY Buffalo State University report median earnings of $56,086, compared with $46,567 for all SUNY Buffalo State University graduates — about 20% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Economics graduates from SUNY Buffalo State University is $26,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Economics graduates at SUNY Buffalo State University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Economics graduates at SUNY Buffalo State University are 57% women (12) and 43% men (9).
Economics Bachelor’s Program at SUNY Buffalo State University
Among the 20 bachelor’s economics degrees awarded at SUNY Buffalo State University, 55% were women (11) and 45% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at SUNY Buffalo State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 1 |
Minority students account for 45% of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at SUNY Buffalo State University, above the national average of 34%.*
Economics Master’s Program at SUNY Buffalo State University
Among the 1 master’s economics degrees awarded at SUNY Buffalo State University, 100% were women (1) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics master’s degree recipients at SUNY Buffalo State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Black / African American | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 100% of Economics master’s degree recipients at SUNY Buffalo State University, 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 SUNY Buffalo State University
The Economics program at SUNY Buffalo State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 20 |
| Applied Economics | 1 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at SUNY Buffalo State University pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-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.