Economics
Bachelor's degree · Carleton College · Northfield, MN
$66,567Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$87,193Median earnings 4 years after
$107,997Median earnings 5 years after
$19,500Median federal debt
37Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Economics at Carleton College earn a median of $66,567 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 $19,500, about 29% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Economics (Bachelor's degree) at other Minnesota schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| St Catherine University Saint Paul | $64,916 | $29,107 |
| University of St Thomas Saint Paul | $60,323 | $24,250 |
| Macalester College Saint Paul | $59,752 | $24,000 |
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis | $56,902 | $19,500 |
| St Olaf College Northfield | $56,238 | $26,671 |
| Saint Johns University Collegeville | $54,752 | $27,000 |
| Gustavus Adolphus College Saint Peter | $52,439 | $23,250 |
| University of Minnesota-Duluth Duluth | $50,873 | $22,000 |
| Augsburg University Minneapolis | $45,720 | $27,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Economics graduates from Carleton College make?
The median salary is $66,567 one year after graduation and $107,997 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.