Economics at University of Akron Main Campus
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, consider the program at University of Akron Main Campus. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Akron Main Campus sits in Akron, OH.
During the most recent reporting year, 19 economics graduations were recorded at University of Akron Main Campus.
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Online Class Availability at University of Akron Main Campus
Many students take online classes at University of Akron Main Campus. Among 13,332 students, 1,951 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,794 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Economics graduates at University of Akron Main Campus, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Economics graduates at University of Akron Main Campus are 32% women (6) and 68% men (13).
Economics Bachelor’s Program at University of Akron Main Campus
Among the 19 bachelor’s economics graduates at University of Akron Main Campus, 32% were women (6) and 68% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Akron Main Campus.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 26% of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Akron Main Campus, lower than the national average of 34%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Economics Concentrations at University of Akron Main Campus
The Economics program at University of Akron Main Campus offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 6 |
| Quantitative Economics | 13 |
Best-Paid Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at University of Akron Main Campus pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-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.