Economics
Bachelor's degree · Trinity College · Hartford, CT
$71,191Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$122,068Median earnings 4 years after
$123,096Median earnings 5 years after
$21,500Median federal debt
93Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Economics at Trinity College earn a median of $71,191 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $82,686 four years after graduating (middle half: $58,184–$116,323). Median debt is $21,500, about 30% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Economics (Bachelor's degree) at other Connecticut schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Yale University New Haven | $82,617 | $12,562 |
| Fairfield University Fairfield | $74,023 | $23,250 |
| Connecticut College New London | $62,732 | $23,125 |
| University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus Hartford | $52,227 | $21,125 |
| University of Connecticut-Stamford Stamford | $52,227 | $21,125 |
| University of Connecticut-Avery Point Groton | $52,227 | $21,125 |
| University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus Waterbury | $52,227 | $21,125 |
| University of Connecticut Storrs | $52,227 | $21,125 |
| Quinnipiac University Hamden | $48,340 | $23,750 |
| Central Connecticut State University New Britain | $41,910 | $21,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Economics graduates from Trinity College make?
The median salary is $71,191 one year after graduation and $123,096 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.