Economics

Master's degree · Georgia State University · Atlanta, GA

CIP 45.06

$57,518Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$95,801Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$35,049Median federal debt
28Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Economics at Georgia State University earn a median of $57,518 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $100,743 four years after graduating (middle half: $74,382–$133,995). Median debt is $35,049, about 61% of first-year earnings.

Economics (Master's degree) at other Georgia schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Emory University
Atlanta
$69,551—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Economics graduates from Georgia State University make?

The median salary is $57,518 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $35,049.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.