Agricultural Economics at Montana State University
If you plan to study Agricultural Economics, take a look at what Montana State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Montana State University is located in Bozeman, MT.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 15 agricultural economics graduations were recorded at Montana State University.
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Studying Online at Montana State University
Many students take online classes at Montana State University. Of 17,135 students, 909 (5%) studied exclusively online and 2,540 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Agricultural Economics Rankings at Montana State University
Rankings can help you compare Montana State University’s Agricultural Economics program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Montana | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Montana | #1 of 1 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #10 of 11 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #11 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #140 of 157 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #146 of 157 |
Earnings for Agricultural Economics Graduates from Montana State University
Those who finish Montana State University’s Agricultural Economics program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $45,845 |
| 2 years | $36,848 |
| 4 years | $48,285 |
| 5 years | $53,351 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Agricultural Economics graduates from Montana State University report median earnings of $48,285, compared with $55,032 for all Montana State University graduates — about 12% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Agricultural Economics graduates from Montana State University stands at $20,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Agricultural Economics graduates at Montana State University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Agricultural Economics graduates at Montana State University are 33% women (5) and 67% men (10).
Agricultural Economics Bachelor’s Program at Montana State University
Among the 15 bachelor’s agricultural economics graduates at Montana State University, 33% were women (5) and 67% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Agricultural Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at Montana State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 13% of Agricultural Economics bachelor’s degree recipients at Montana State University, below the national average of 19%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Agricultural Economics Concentrations at Montana State University
This Agricultural Economics program at Montana State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Agricultural Business | 14 |
| Farm & Ranch Management | 1 |
Best-Paid Careers for Agricultural Economics Graduates
Students who finish Agricultural Economics program at Montana State University go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid careers for Agricultural Economics majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Buyers and Purchasing Agents, Farm Products | $109,813 |
| Environmental Economists | $86,726 |
| Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers | $84,680 |
| Economists | $73,611 |
| Computer User Support Specialists | $71,530 |
| Economics Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,831 |
| Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $66,903 |
| Farm and Home Management Educators | $55,950 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers | $36,803 |
| Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products | $29,657 |
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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