Economics
Bachelor's degree · Centre College · Danville, KY
$51,077Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$75,885Median earnings 4 years after
$84,284Median earnings 5 years after
$27,000Median federal debt
52Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Economics at Centre College earn a median of $51,077 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 $27,000, about 53% of first-year earnings.
Economics (Bachelor's degree) at other Kentucky schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Western Kentucky University Bowling Green | $53,857 | — |
| University of Kentucky Lexington | $41,713 | $25,000 |
Other programs at Centre College
- International/Globalization StudiesBachelor's degree
$35,367 - Sociology and AnthropologyBachelor's degree
$29,054 - Psychology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$26,636 - Romance Languages, Literatures, and LinguisticsBachelor's degree
$19,503 - Computer ScienceBachelor's degree
$93,000 - English Language and Literature, GeneralBachelor's degree
$44,580 - Biology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$52,319 - Research and Experimental PsychologyBachelor's degree
— - Political Science and GovernmentBachelor's degree
$70,170 - HistoryBachelor's degree
$51,094
Frequently asked questions
How much do Economics graduates from Centre College make?
The median salary is $51,077 one year after graduation and $84,284 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.