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. We've also included details on how Purchase College ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in economics.
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The bachelor's program at Purchase College was ranked #391 on College Factual's Best Schools for economics list. It is also ranked #41 in New York.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Economics Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 370 |
| Best Economics Schools | 391 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Purchase College handed out 15 bachelor's degrees in economics. This is a decrease of 35% over the previous year when 23 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of economics students who receive their bachelor's degree at Purchase College is $34,297. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $51,722 for all economics students.
Out-of-state part-time undergraduates at Purchase College paid an average of $708 per credit hour in 2022-2023. The average for in-state students was $295 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,070 | $16,980 |
| Fees | $1,883 | $1,883 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,240 | $1,240 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $15,400 | $15,400 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,450 | $3,450 |
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During the 2021-2022 academic year, 15 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in economics from Purchase College. About 73% were men and 27% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Purchase College with a bachelor's in economics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6 |
| White | 4 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Purchase College 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 Purchase College Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the economics majors at Purchase College.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Sociology | 22 |
| Anthropology | 14 |
| Political Science & Government | 12 |
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