Economics
Bachelor's degree · Radford University · Radford, VA
$45,189Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$69,943Median earnings 4 years after
$63,478Median earnings 5 years after
$25,565Median federal debt
11Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Economics at Radford University earn a median of $45,189 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 $25,565, about 57% 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 |
| Hampden-Sydney College Hampden-Sydney | $52,155 | $27,000 |
| Virginia Military Institute Lexington | $46,046 | $22,150 |
| Christopher Newport University Newport News | $45,309 | $22,750 |
| University of Mary Washington Fredericksburg | $45,153 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Economics graduates from Radford University make?
The median salary is $45,189 one year after graduation and $63,478 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,565.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.