Economics at University of Kentucky
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, consider the program at University of Kentucky. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Kentucky is located in Lexington, KY.
During the most recent reporting year, 37 economics degrees were awarded at University of Kentucky.
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Online Class Availability at University of Kentucky
Many students take online classes at University of Kentucky. Of 34,709 students, 5,063 (15%) studied exclusively online and 13,126 (38%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Kentucky
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Kentucky’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kentucky | #3 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #4 of 5 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #34 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #55 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #237 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #411 of 466 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kentucky | #3 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #4 of 5 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #34 of 70 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #55 of 70 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #237 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #411 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Kentucky
Graduates of University of Kentucky’s Economics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $39,976 |
| 2 years | $44,356 |
| 3 years | $45,831 |
| 4 years | $55,856 |
| 5 years | $62,955 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Economics graduates from University of Kentucky earn a median of $55,856, compared with $61,112 for all University of Kentucky graduates — about 9% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Economics graduates from University of Kentucky comes in at $26,942.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Economics graduates at University of Kentucky, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Economics graduates at University of Kentucky are 22% women (8) and 78% men (29).
Economics Bachelor’s Program at University of Kentucky
Among the 35 bachelor’s economics graduates at University of Kentucky, 23% were women (8) and 77% were men (27).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Kentucky.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 28 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 14% of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Kentucky, below the national average of 34%.*
Economics Doctoral Program at University of Kentucky
Of the 2 doctoral economics degrees awarded at University of Kentucky, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics doctoral degree recipients at University of Kentucky.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 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 University of Kentucky
The Economics program at University of Kentucky breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 35 |
| Quantitative Economics | 2 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at University of Kentucky work across a variety of fields. 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
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