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General Economics in District of Columbia

General Economics Schools in District of Columbia

In 2022-2023, 185 students earned their General Economics degrees in DC.

As a degree choice, General Economics is the 38th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of General Economics Majors in District of Columbia

General Economics majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 23
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 15
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 15
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 15

Gender Distribution

In District of Columbia, a general economics major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of general economics majors in District of Columbia is as follows:

  • Asian: 8.1%
  • Black or African American: 14.6%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 7.6%
  • White: 34.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 22.2%
  • Other Races: 13.5%
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Jobs for General Economics Grads in District of Columbia

26,700 people in the state and 505,930 in the nation are employed in jobs related to general economics.

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Wages for General Economics Jobs in District of Columbia

General Economics grads earn an average of $110,350 in the state and $115,590 nationwide.

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There are 3 colleges in District of Columbia that offer general economics degrees. Learn about the most popular 3 below:

#1

Georgetown University

Washington
44 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
19,371 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.05 years to graduate. This private institution charges an average net price of $35,965. 45% of students get financical aid.

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#2

American University

Washington
41 Degrees in Major Awarded
79% Graduation Rate
14,001 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.05 years. This private school has an average net price of $43,412. 83% of students get financical aid.

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#3

Howard University

Washington
13 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
10,859 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 67% are considered full time. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $45,180. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid.

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General Economics Careers in DC

Some of the careers general economics majors go into include:

Job Title DC Job Growth DC Median Salary
Managers 3% $141,320

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to general economics.

Major Annual Graduates in DC
Quantitative Economics 65
Development Economics 63
Applied Economics 24
International Economics 19
Other Economics 1

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