by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at MSU. It is offered at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #2 out of 2 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, MSU as a strong choice for economics, placing at #380 out of 471 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Economics Schools | 380 of 471 |
| Best Economics Schools in Montana | 2 of 2 |
| Best Economics Schools in the Rocky Mountains Region | 14 of 19 |
The table below lists every degree level offered in economics at MSU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 18 |
| Master’s | 5 |
During the most recent reporting year, Montana State University awarded 18 bachelor’s degrees in economics.
MSU is among the very best schools in the country for economics at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #2 out of 2 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Economics Bachelor’s Degree Schools in Montana | 2 |
| Best Economics Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Rocky Mountains Region | 13 |
| Best Economics Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 314 |
Economics graduates with a bachelor’s degree from MSU report a median salary of $52,440 a year. This is lower than $55,032, the median for all majors at MSU.
To complete a bachelor’s at MSU, economics students borrow a median amount of $25,500 in student loans. This is above $23,775, the typical median for all majors at MSU.
Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,654 | $30,784 |
| Fees | $2,161 | $2,503 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 61% of economics bachelor’s degrees went to men and 39% went to women.
The largest share of economics bachelor’s degree graduates at MSU were White. Approximately 94% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Montana State University with a bachelor’s in economics.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 17 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
This program is also offered at the graduate level at MSU. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Economics | 5 |
