by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how Smith ranks among other schools offering degrees in economics.
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The bachelor's program at Smith was ranked #119 on College Factual's Best Schools for economics list. It is also ranked #12 in Massachusetts.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Economics Schools | 119 |
| Best Economics Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 119 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Smith College handed out 43 bachelor's degrees in economics. This is a decrease of 17% over the previous year when 52 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of economics students who receive their bachelor's degree at Smith is $71,559. This is higher than $51,722, which is the national median for all economics bachelor's degree recipients.
Part-time undergraduates at Smith paid an average of $1,910 per credit hour in 2022-2023. This tuition was the same for both in-state and out-of-state students. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $61,260 | $61,260 |
| Fees | $308 | $308 |
| Books and Supplies | $800 | $800 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $21,310 | $21,310 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,352 | $2,352 |
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All of the 43 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in economics from Smith in 2022 were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Smith College with a bachelor's in economics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 9 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 10 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 18 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Smith does not offer an online option for its economics bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Smith Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the economics majors at Smith College.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science & Government | 76 |
| Sociology | 26 |
| Anthropology | 25 |
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