Economics
Bachelor's degree · Westfield State University · Westfield, MA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Economics at Westfield State University earn a median of $41,085 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 $20,000, about 49% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Economics (Bachelor's degree) at other Massachusetts schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Harvard University Cambridge | $103,993 | $6,617 |
| Amherst College Amherst | $90,568 | $16,662 |
| Wellesley College Wellesley | $86,367 | $11,190 |
| Williams College Williamstown | $80,888 | $12,925 |
| Tufts University Medford | $75,125 | $17,850 |
| Boston College Chestnut Hill | $72,099 | $18,000 |
| Smith College Northampton | $71,559 | $19,000 |
| Northeastern University Professional Programs Boston | $70,531 | $23,250 |
| Northeastern University Boston | $70,531 | $23,250 |
| College of the Holy Cross Worcester | $69,288 | $27,000 |
| Assumption University Worcester | $58,954 | $27,000 |
| Brandeis University Waltham | $57,299 | $25,295 |
| Boston University Boston | $55,733 | $24,224 |
| Stonehill College Easton | $53,303 | $25,000 |
| University of Massachusetts-Amherst Amherst | $52,309 | $22,250 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Economics graduates from Westfield State University make?
The median salary is $41,085 one year after graduation and $67,101 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.