Economics at University of Colorado Boulder
If you plan to study Economics, consider the program at University of Colorado Boulder. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Colorado Boulder is located in Boulder, CO.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 215 economics degrees were granted at University of Colorado Boulder.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Colorado Boulder
Many students take online classes at University of Colorado Boulder. Among 38,799 students, 797 (2%) studied exclusively online and 14,197 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Colorado Boulder
Use these rankings to compare University of Colorado Boulder’s Economics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #3 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 19 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #6 of 9 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #15 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #121 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #285 of 463 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #3 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 19 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #6 of 9 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #15 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #121 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #285 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Colorado Boulder
Graduates of University of Colorado Boulder’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 | $44,089 |
| 2 years | $45,190 |
| 3 years | $56,788 |
| 4 years | $65,987 |
| 5 years | $80,644 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Economics graduates from University of Colorado Boulder report median earnings of $65,987, compared with $71,162 for all University of Colorado Boulder graduates — about 7% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Economics graduates from University of Colorado Boulder is $17,119.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Economics graduates at University of Colorado Boulder, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Economics graduates at University of Colorado Boulder are 16% women (35) and 84% men (180).
Economics Bachelor’s Program at University of Colorado Boulder
Of the 200 bachelor’s economics degrees awarded at University of Colorado Boulder, 15% were women (30) and 85% were men (170).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 142 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 25 |
| Asian | 11 |
| Two or More Races | 9 |
| International (Nonresident) | 11 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Minority students account for 22% of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder, lower than the national average of 34%.*
Economics Master’s Program at University of Colorado Boulder
Among the 9 master’s economics degrees awarded at University of Colorado Boulder, 44% were women (4) and 56% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics master’s degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 5 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 11% of Economics master’s degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder, below the national average of 14%.*
Economics Doctoral Program at University of Colorado Boulder
Among the 6 doctoral economics degrees awarded at University of Colorado Boulder, 17% were women (1) and 83% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics doctoral degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 17% of Economics doctoral degree recipients at University of Colorado Boulder, 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 University of Colorado Boulder
This Economics program at University of Colorado Boulder offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 215 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at University of Colorado Boulder go on to a range of careers. 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
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