Economics
Bachelor's degree · Florida Gulf Coast University · Fort Myers, FL
$47,344Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$11,472Median federal debt
21Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Economics at Florida Gulf Coast University earn a median of $47,344 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 $11,472, about 24% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Economics (Bachelor's degree) at other Florida schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Tampa Tampa | $54,284 | $26,937 |
| Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton | $48,632 | $18,000 |
| University of Central Florida Orlando | $47,743 | $18,750 |
| University of South Florida Tampa | $47,351 | $18,649 |
| Florida State University Tallahassee | $47,304 | $16,750 |
| University of Florida Gainesville | $42,349 | $15,000 |
| Florida International University Miami | $42,314 | $19,250 |
| University of Miami Coral Gables | $42,129 | $16,101 |
| University of North Florida Jacksonville | $41,519 | — |
| Rollins College Winter Park | $36,115 | $24,894 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Economics graduates from Florida Gulf Coast University make?
The median salary is $47,344 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $11,472.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.