Applied Economics Associate Degrees
There are 31 colleges and universities across the nation that offer aassociate degree in Applied Economics.
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Education Levels of Applied Economics Majors
In the most recent year for which data is available, 368 degrees were awarded toApplied Economics majors across all award levels. The following table shows the number of diplomas awarded in Applied Economics at each degree level.
| Education Level | Number of Grads |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degree | 221 |
| Master’s Degree | 137 |
| Doctor’s Degree | 10 |
Earnings of Applied Economics Majors With Associate Degrees (All Award Levels)
Federal data tracks the median salary for graduates with aassociate degree in Applied Economics of $74,609 four years after graduation. These figures are reported program-wide, across all award levels.
However, this can depend on a number of factors, such as where you live and the number of years of experience you have.
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $56,270 |
| 4 years | $74,609 |
| 5 years | $87,950 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study earnings tracker (program-wide, all award levels).
Student Debt (All Award Levels)
We do not have the data to calculate the median and range of debt loads for Applied Economics students with their associate degree.
Most Popular Applied Economics Programs for Associate Degrees
There are 50 colleges that offer a associate degree in Applied Economics. Learn more about the most popular below:
Binghamton University tops the list of the most popular schools in the U.S. for Applied Economics majors seeking their associate degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 97 people received their associate degree in Applied Economics from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is a popular choice for Applied Economics majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 64 associate degrees in Applied Economics in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Ursinus College is a popular choice for Applied Economics majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 32 associate degrees in Applied Economics in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities is a popular choice for Applied Economics majors seeking their associate degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 22 people received their associate degree in Applied Economics from this school. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Applied Economics here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University comes in at #5 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Applied Economics. During the most recent year for which we have data, 19 people received their associate degree in Applied Economics from this school. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Applied Economics here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Florida State University comes in at #6 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Applied Economics. This school awarded 17 associate degrees in Applied Economics in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of Houston is a popular choice for Applied Economics majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 17 associate degrees in Applied Economics in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Applied Economics here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Farmingdale State College comes in at #8 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Applied Economics. During the most recent year for which we have data, 12 people received their associate degree in Applied Economics from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Georgetown University comes in at #9 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Applied Economics. This school awarded 11 associate degrees in Applied Economics in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
University of Northern Iowa comes in at #10 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Applied Economics. During the most recent year for which we have data, 11 people received their associate degree in Applied Economics from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Oregon State University comes in at #11 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Applied Economics. This school awarded 8 associate degrees in Applied Economics in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Applied Economics here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
University of Rhode Island comes in at #12 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Applied Economics. During the most recent year for which we have data, 7 people received their associate degree in Applied Economics from this school. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Applied Economics here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
University of Arizona comes in at #13 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Applied Economics. During the most recent year for which we have data, 6 people received their associate degree in Applied Economics from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Georgia Southern University is a popular choice for Applied Economics majors seeking their associate degree. During the most recent year for which we have data, 5 people received their associate degree in Applied Economics from this school. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Utah State University is a popular choice for Applied Economics majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 5 associate degrees in Applied Economics in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Bowling Green State University-Main Campus comes in at #16 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Applied Economics. This school awarded 4 associate degrees in Applied Economics in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Applied Economics here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
Colorado School of Mines is a popular choice for Applied Economics majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 4 associate degrees in Applied Economics in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
Western Carolina University is a popular choice for Applied Economics majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 4 associate degrees in Applied Economics in the most recent reporting year. Data shows that graduates who hold this degree go on to make a median salary of $40,669.
New Mexico State University-Main Campus is a popular choice for Applied Economics majors seeking their associate degree. This school awarded 3 associate degrees in Applied Economics in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Applied Economics here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
University of Connecticut comes in at #20 on our list of the most popular colleges offering associate degrees in Applied Economics. This school awarded 3 associate degrees in Applied Economics in the most recent reporting year. Graduates who complete their associate degree in Applied Economics here go on to a median salary of $40,669.
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Related Majors
Below are some popular majors similar to Applied Economics that also offer associate degrees.
| Major | Annual Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|
| Econometrics and Quantitative Economics | 22,727 |
| Economics, General | 21,627 |
| Development Economics and International Development | 375 |
| International Economics | 281 |
| Economics, Other | 250 |
References
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- College Factual
- National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)
- O*NET Online
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard
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