Economics at Temple University
If you plan to study Economics, take a look at what Temple University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Temple University is in Philadelphia, PA.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 57 economics degrees were granted at Temple University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Temple University
Many students take online classes at Temple University. Of 29,640 students, 2,344 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 12,742 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Temple University
Use these rankings to compare Temple University’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #8 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #17 of 22 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #51 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #70 of 85 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #350 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #372 of 463 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #8 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #17 of 22 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #51 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #70 of 85 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #350 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #372 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Temple University
Graduates of Temple University’s Economics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $41,791 |
| 2 years | $50,060 |
| 3 years | $52,479 |
| 4 years | $61,989 |
| 5 years | $74,509 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Economics graduates from Temple University take home a median $61,989, compared with $68,379 for all Temple University graduates — about 9% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Economics graduates from Temple University comes in at $24,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Economics graduates at Temple University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Economics graduates at Temple University are 44% women (25) and 56% men (32).
Economics Bachelor’s Program at Temple University
Of the 51 bachelor’s economics degrees awarded at Temple University, 43% were women (22) and 57% were men (29).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at Temple University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 33 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 24% of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at Temple University, below the national average of 34%.*
Economics Doctoral Program at Temple University
Among the 3 doctoral economics degrees awarded at Temple University, 67% were women (2) and 33% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics doctoral degree recipients at Temple University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Temple University
The Economics program at Temple University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 54 |
| Other Economics | 3 |
Best-Paid Careers for Economics Graduates
Graduates of the Economics program at Temple University work across a variety of fields. 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
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