Economics

Master's degree · DePaul University · Chicago, IL

CIP 45.06

$69,682Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$117,154Median earnings 4 years after

$103,046Median earnings 5 years after

$25,705Median federal debt

13Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Economics at DePaul University earn a median of $69,682 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 $25,705, about 37% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Economics graduates from DePaul University make?

The median salary is $69,682 one year after graduation and $103,046 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,705.

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