Economics
Bachelor's degree · Hampden-Sydney College · Hampden-Sydney, VA
$52,155Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$68,795Median earnings 4 years after
$77,723Median earnings 5 years after
$27,000Median federal debt
21Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Economics at Hampden-Sydney College earn a median of $52,155 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 52% of first-year earnings.
Economics (Bachelor's degree) at other Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville | $74,958 | $18,423 |
| Washington and Lee University Lexington | $71,737 | $23,399 |
| William & Mary Williamsburg | $65,603 | $19,500 |
| James Madison University Harrisonburg | $62,286 | $17,000 |
| University of Richmond University of Richmond | $61,027 | $22,750 |
| Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg | $56,261 | $22,125 |
| George Mason University Fairfax | $53,024 | $19,000 |
| Virginia Military Institute Lexington | $46,046 | $22,150 |
| Christopher Newport University Newport News | $45,309 | $22,750 |
| Radford University Radford | $45,189 | $25,565 |
| University of Mary Washington Fredericksburg | $45,153 | — |
Other programs at Hampden-Sydney College
- Business/Managerial EconomicsBachelor's degree
$52,087 - HistoryBachelor's degree
$42,949 - Biology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$41,876 - Political Science and GovernmentBachelor's degree
$37,123
Frequently asked questions
How much do Economics graduates from Hampden-Sydney College make?
The median salary is $52,155 one year after graduation and $77,723 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.