Economics at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
If you are interested in studying Economics, consider the program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Nebraska-Lincoln sits in Lincoln, NE.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 71 economics graduations were recorded at University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
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Online Class Availability at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Online coursework is an option at University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Among 24,393 students, 1,697 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 14,051 (58%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Rankings can help you compare University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Economics program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nebraska | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | Nebraska | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #13 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #20 of 31 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #204 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #243 of 466 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nebraska | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | Nebraska | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #13 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #20 of 31 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #204 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #243 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Those who finish University of Nebraska-Lincoln’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 | $44,084 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Economics graduates at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Economics graduates at University of Nebraska-Lincoln are 35% women (25) and 65% men (46).
Economics Bachelor’s Program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Among the 63 bachelor’s economics graduates at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 30% were women (19) and 70% were men (44).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 45 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
Minority students account for 17% of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, below the national average of 34%.*
Economics Master’s Program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Among the 5 master’s economics degrees awarded at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 60% were women (3) and 40% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics master’s degree recipients at University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
Economics Doctoral Program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Among the 3 doctoral economics graduates at University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 100% were women (3) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics doctoral degree recipients at University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 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 Nebraska-Lincoln
This Economics program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Economics | 71 |
Best-Paid Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.