Economics
Bachelor's degree · University of Richmond · University of Richmond, VA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Economics at University of Richmond earn a median of $61,027 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 $22,750, about 37% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
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 |
| 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 |
| Radford University Radford | $45,189 | $25,565 |
| University of Mary Washington Fredericksburg | $45,153 | — |
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$68,151 - LawFirst professional degree
$66,704 - Human Resources Management and ServicesBachelor's degree
$55,123 - Curriculum and InstructionMaster's degree
$52,109 - Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, OtherBachelor's degree
$49,421 - Political Science and GovernmentBachelor's degree
$43,253 - JournalismBachelor's degree
$43,157 - English Language and Literature, GeneralBachelor's degree
$38,333 - Psychology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$36,309 - Biology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$36,300 - Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular BiologyBachelor's degree
$34,796 - Area StudiesBachelor's degree
$33,340 - ChemistryBachelor's degree
$22,881 - SociologyBachelor's degree
$65,809 - Health Professions Education, Ethics, and HumanitiesBachelor's degree
$63,986 - Rhetoric and Composition/Writing StudiesBachelor's degree
$81,253
Frequently asked questions
How much do Economics graduates from University of Richmond make?
The median salary is $61,027 one year after graduation and $122,879 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,750.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.