Economics at University of Rhode Island
If you are interested in studying Economics, consider the program at University of Rhode Island. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Rhode Island is in Kingston, RI.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 56 economics degrees were awarded at University of Rhode Island.
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Online Class Availability at University of Rhode Island
Online coursework is an option at University of Rhode Island. Among 17,210 students, 818 (5%) studied exclusively online and 5,946 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Rhode Island
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Rhode Island’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Rhode Island | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rhode Island | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #13 of 45 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #40 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #283 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #363 of 466 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Rhode Island | #2 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rhode Island | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #13 of 45 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #40 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #283 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #363 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Rhode Island
Graduates of University of Rhode Island’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 | $43,419 |
| 2 years | $40,392 |
| 3 years | $46,117 |
| 4 years | $65,993 |
| 5 years | $63,644 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Economics graduates from University of Rhode Island report median earnings of $65,993, compared with $67,030 for all University of Rhode Island graduates — about 2% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Economics graduates from University of Rhode Island comes in at $23,375.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Economics graduates at University of Rhode Island, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Economics graduates at University of Rhode Island are 30% women (17) and 70% men (39).
Economics Bachelor’s Program at University of Rhode Island
Among the 49 bachelor’s economics graduates at University of Rhode Island, 29% were women (14) and 71% were men (35).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Rhode Island.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 37 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 18% of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Rhode Island, lower than the national average of 34%.*
Economics Master’s Program at University of Rhode Island
Of the 4 master’s economics graduates at University of Rhode Island, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics master’s degree recipients at University of Rhode Island.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Economics Doctoral Program at University of Rhode Island
Among the 3 doctoral economics graduates at University of Rhode Island, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics doctoral degree recipients at University of Rhode Island.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 33% of Economics doctoral degree recipients at University of Rhode Island, 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 Rhode Island
This Economics program at University of Rhode Island offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Economics | 26 |
| Applied Economics | 7 |
| Quantitative Economics | 23 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at University of Rhode Island 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.