Economics at Texas Tech University
If you are interested in studying Economics, you may want to check out the program at Texas Tech University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Texas Tech University is in Lubbock, TX.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 88 economics graduations were recorded at Texas Tech University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Texas Tech University
Online coursework is an option at Texas Tech University. Of 40,757 students, 5,648 (14%) studied exclusively online and 21,407 (53%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at Texas Tech University
These rankings give you a sense of how Texas Tech University’s Economics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #13 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #16 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #19 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #21 of 27 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #289 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #391 of 466 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #13 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #16 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #19 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #21 of 27 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #289 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #391 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from Texas Tech University
Those who finish Texas Tech 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 | $43,863 |
| 2 years | $44,970 |
| 3 years | $50,475 |
| 4 years | $55,622 |
| 5 years | $69,569 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Economics graduates from Texas Tech University take home a median $55,622, compared with $63,780 for all Texas Tech University graduates — about 13% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Economics graduates from Texas Tech University stands at $27,125.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Economics graduates at Texas Tech University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Economics graduates at Texas Tech University are 28% women (25) and 72% men (63).
Economics Bachelor’s Program at Texas Tech University
Of the 62 bachelor’s economics graduates at Texas Tech University, 29% were women (18) and 71% were men (44).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at Texas Tech University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 37 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 11 |
| Black / African American | 4 |
| Asian | 4 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 35% of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at Texas Tech University, higher than the national average of 34%.*
Economics Master’s Program at Texas Tech University
Among the 18 master’s economics degrees awarded at Texas Tech University, 28% were women (5) and 72% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics master’s degree recipients at Texas Tech University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 14 |
Minority students account for 6% of Economics master’s degree recipients at Texas Tech University, lower than the national average of 14%.*
Economics Doctoral Program at Texas Tech University
Of the 8 doctoral economics degrees awarded at Texas Tech University, 25% were women (2) and 75% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics doctoral degree recipients at Texas Tech University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 38% of Economics doctoral degree recipients at Texas Tech University, above the national average of 11%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at Texas Tech University
The Economics program at Texas Tech University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 54 |
| Quantitative Economics | 23 |
| International Economics | 11 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Graduates of the Economics program at Texas Tech University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying 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.