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2027 Best Consumer Economics Schools in the The Plains States Region

1 Colleges in the United States
17 Consumer Economics Degrees Awarded
$44,891 Avg Early-Career Salary

Consumer Economics is a field worth a close look when choosing where to study. A focused field like this rewards careful comparison of the schools that offer it.

College Factual analyzed 1 schools to build this 2027 ranking of the best consumer economics schools.

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Best Schools for Consumer Economics in the The Plains States Region

If you are not interested in a particular degree level and want to know which schools are the overall best at delivering an education for the consumer economics degrees they offer, see the list below.

Top Schools in Consumer Economics

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South Dakota State University is one of the finest schools in the country for getting a degree in consumer economics. Located in the town of Brookings, South Dakota State University is a large public university. The six-year graduation rate is 62%. About 17 consumer economics degrees were awarded at South Dakota State University in the most recent year. Consumer Economics graduates of South Dakota State University earn a median of $44,891 early in their careers. Students borrow a median of $23,789 to complete this degree. More information about a degree in consumer economics from South Dakota State University

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Notes and References

This list is compiled by College Factual (MF_RANKING_2025), 2027 edition. Schools are scored on a blend of student outcomes (graduation rate, post-graduation earnings), affordability, and program focus, drawn primarily from the U.S. Department of Education (IPEDS and College Scorecard).

Ranking method: College Major Top Ranked · 1 school evaluated.

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