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 Furman ranks among other schools offering degrees in economics.
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The bachelor's program at Furman was ranked #177 on College Factual's Best Schools for economics list. It is also ranked #3 in South Carolina.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Economics Schools | 177 |
| Best Economics Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 178 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Furman University handed out 17 bachelor's degrees in economics. This is a decrease of 54% over the previous year when 37 degrees were handed out.
Economics majors who earn their bachelor's degree from Furman go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $55,615 a year. This is higher than $51,722, which is the national median for all economics bachelor's degree recipients.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at Furman paid an average of $1,809 per credit hour. No discount was available for in-state students. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $57,902 | $57,902 |
| Fees | $410 | $410 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $15,868 | $15,868 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,000 | $2,000 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 59% of economics bachelor's degrees went to men and 41% went to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 82% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Furman University with a bachelor's in economics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 14 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Furman 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 Furman Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the economics majors at Furman University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science & Government | 62 |
| Sociology | 17 |
| Urban Studies | 5 |
| Anthropology | 1 |
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