Economics
Bachelor's degree · Whitman College · Walla Walla, WA
$46,832Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$88,393Median earnings 4 years after
$92,363Median earnings 5 years after
$16,500Median federal debt
32Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Economics at Whitman College earn a median of $46,832 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 $16,500, about 35% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Economics (Bachelor's degree) at other Washington schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Whitworth University Spokane | $63,134 | — |
| University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma | $53,934 | $14,488 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle | $53,934 | $14,488 |
| Central Washington University Ellensburg | $52,129 | $14,744 |
| University of Puget Sound Tacoma | $48,153 | $25,500 |
| Western Washington University Bellingham | $45,401 | $18,500 |
| Gonzaga University Spokane | $44,845 | $22,125 |
| Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma | $43,806 | — |
| Seattle Pacific University Seattle | $41,502 | $25,989 |
| Washington State University Pullman | $39,762 | $25,000 |
| Eastern Washington University Cheney | $37,368 | $18,756 |
Other programs at Whitman College
- Psychology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$33,090 - Biology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$28,538 - Political Science and GovernmentBachelor's degree
$27,689 - English Language and Literature, GeneralBachelor's degree
$25,574 - SociologyBachelor's degree
— - Visual and Performing Arts, GeneralBachelor's degree
$43,330
Frequently asked questions
How much do Economics graduates from Whitman College make?
The median salary is $46,832 one year after graduation and $92,363 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $16,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.