Economics at University of Utah
What traits are you looking for in a school for Economics, consider the program at University of Utah. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Utah is in Salt Lake City, UT.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 219 economics graduations were recorded at University of Utah.
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Online Class Availability at University of Utah
Online coursework is an option at University of Utah. Among 36,894 students, 2,249 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 15,066 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Economics Rankings at University of Utah
Use these rankings to compare University of Utah’s Economics program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #2 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #4 of 19 |
| Best Value | Utah | #4 of 5 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #94 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #96 of 466 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #2 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #4 of 19 |
| Best Value | Utah | #4 of 5 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 19 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #94 of 463 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #96 of 466 |
Earnings for Economics Graduates from University of Utah
Those who finish University of Utah’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 | $45,716 |
| 2 years | $43,351 |
| 3 years | $57,217 |
| 4 years | $68,470 |
| 5 years | $80,323 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Economics graduates from University of Utah report median earnings of $68,470, compared with $74,538 for all University of Utah graduates — about 8% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Economics graduates from University of Utah is $16,642.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Economics graduates at University of Utah, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Economics graduates at University of Utah are 27% women (60) and 73% men (159).
Economics Bachelor’s Program at University of Utah
Of the 203 bachelor’s economics graduates at University of Utah, 26% were women (53) and 74% were men (150).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Utah.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 134 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 19 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 19 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 18 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 30% of Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Utah, lower than the national average of 34%.*
Economics Master’s Program at University of Utah
Among the 10 master’s economics graduates at University of Utah, 40% were women (4) and 60% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics master’s degree recipients at University of Utah.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 20% of Economics master’s degree recipients at University of Utah, above the national average of 14%.*
Economics Doctoral Program at University of Utah
Among the 6 doctoral economics degrees awarded at University of Utah, 50% were women (3) and 50% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Economics doctoral degree recipients at University of Utah.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 33% of Economics doctoral degree recipients at University of Utah, higher than 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 Utah
The Economics program at University of Utah breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Economics | 219 |
Top-Paying Careers for Economics Graduates
Students who finish Economics program at University of Utah work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-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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