Economics at University of Rochester
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, you may want to check out the program at University of Rochester. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Rochester is located in Rochester, NY.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 89 economics degrees were granted at University of Rochester.
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Studying Online at University of Rochester
Online coursework is an option at University of Rochester. Of 11,946 students, 690 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,843 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Rochester
Rankings can help you compare University of Rochester’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #8 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #21 of 85 |
| Best Value | New York | #25 of 39 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #53 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #85 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #376 of 463 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #8 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #21 of 85 |
| Best Value | New York | #25 of 39 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #53 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #85 of 466 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #376 of 463 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Rochester
Graduates of University of Rochester’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 | $63,873 |
| 2 years | $57,705 |
| 3 years | $73,661 |
| 4 years | $86,785 |
| 5 years | $102,906 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Economics graduates from University of Rochester report median earnings of $86,785, compared with $78,550 for all University of Rochester graduates — about 10% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Economics graduates from University of Rochester comes in at $19,946.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Economics graduates at University of Rochester, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Economics graduates at University of Rochester are 30% women (27) and 70% men (62).
Economics Bachelor’s Program at University of Rochester
Of the 72 bachelor’s economics degrees awarded at University of Rochester, 35% were women (25) and 65% were men (47).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Rochester.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 36 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 21% of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Rochester, lower than the national average of 34%.*
Economics Master’s Program at University of Rochester
Of the 8 master’s economics degrees awarded at University of Rochester, 25% were women (2) and 75% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics master’s degree recipients at University of Rochester.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| International (Nonresident) | 8 |
Economics Doctoral Program at University of Rochester
Among the 9 doctoral economics degrees awarded at University of Rochester, 0% were women (0) and 100% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics doctoral degree recipients at University of Rochester.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
| Unknown | 1 |
*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 Rochester
The Economics program at University of Rochester includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Economics | 89 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Those who complete Economics program at University of Rochester pursue many career paths. Below 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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