Economics at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
If you are interested in studying Economics, take a look at what University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is located in Ann Arbor, MI.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 838 economics degrees were awarded at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Online coursework is an option at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor. Of 52,855 students, 1,479 (3%) studied exclusively online and 4,583 (9%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Michigan-Ann Arbor’s Economics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #1 of 10 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #1 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #3 of 57 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #3 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #34 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #113 of 463 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #1 of 10 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #1 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #3 of 57 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #3 of 57 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #34 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #113 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Graduates of University of Michigan-Ann Arbor’s Economics program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $62,024 |
| 2 years | $61,829 |
| 3 years | $74,685 |
| 4 years | $87,800 |
| 5 years | $108,627 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Economics graduates from University of Michigan-Ann Arbor report median earnings of $87,800, compared with $92,481 for all University of Michigan-Ann Arbor graduates — about 5% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Economics graduates from University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is $19,690.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Economics graduates at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Economics graduates at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor are 37% women (310) and 63% men (528).
Economics Bachelor’s Program at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Among the 731 bachelor’s economics degrees awarded at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, 36% were women (260) and 64% were men (471).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 361 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 35 |
| Black / African American | 9 |
| Asian | 96 |
| Two or More Races | 22 |
| International (Nonresident) | 162 |
| Unknown | 46 |
Minority students account for 22% of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, below the national average of 34%.*
Economics Master’s Program at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Among the 90 master’s economics graduates at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, 51% were women (46) and 49% were men (44).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics master’s degree recipients at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 78 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 10% of Economics master’s degree recipients at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, lower than the national average of 14%.*
Economics Doctoral Program at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor
Among the 17 doctoral economics degrees awarded at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, 24% were women (4) and 76% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics doctoral degree recipients at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 7 |
| Asian | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 18% of Economics doctoral degree recipients at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, 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 Michigan-Ann Arbor
The Economics program at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 757 |
| Applied Economics | 64 |
| Quantitative Economics | 17 |
Best-Paid Careers for Economics Graduates
Graduates of the Economics program at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor pursue many career paths. Here are the top-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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