Economics
Bachelor's degree · Ball State University · Muncie, IN
$56,782Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$22,054Median federal debt
36Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Economics at Ball State University earn a median of $56,782 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 $22,054, about 39% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Economics (Bachelor's degree) at other Indiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame Notre Dame | $76,299 | $19,000 |
| DePauw University Greencastle | $63,395 | $26,932 |
| Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette | $59,187 | $23,099 |
| Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington | $59,142 | $19,500 |
| Wabash College Crawfordsville | $51,815 | $27,000 |
| Hanover College Hanover | $45,740 | $26,898 |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis | $45,443 | $16,250 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Economics graduates from Ball State University make?
The median salary is $56,782 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,054.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.