Best colleges for Economics in Kansas
Ranked by graduate earnings
Fort Hays State University, University of Kansas and Kansas State University award the most Economics degrees in Kansas: 121, 57 and 16 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 8 Kansas colleges offer Economics and award 210 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Economics program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services. It explores how economies function and how individuals respond to various incentives, making…
Top 3 bachelor's programs, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fort Hays State University Hays Public · Bachelor's degree | $50,690 | 121 | 48% | — | — |
| 2 | University of Kansas Lawrence Public · Bachelor's degree | $45,420 | 57 | 69% | — | $26,000 |
| 3 | Kansas State University Manhattan Public · Bachelor's degree Small program | $52,490 | 16 | 71% | — | $20,312 |
Colleges awarding the most Economics degrees in Kansas
Top 8 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Certificate and associate programs, online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fort Hays State University Hays Public | 121 | $50,690 |
| 2 | University of Kansas Lawrence Public | 57 | $45,420 |
| 3 | Kansas State University Manhattan Public | 16 | $52,490 |
| 4 | Wichita State University Wichita Public | 8 | Not reported |
| 5 | Benedictine College Atchison Private not-for-profit | 3 | Not reported |
| 6 | Pittsburg State University Pittsburg Public | 2 | Not reported |
| 7 | Washburn University Topeka Public | 2 | Not reported |
| 8 | Baker University Baldwin City Private not-for-profit | 1 | Not reported |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Economists (SOC 19-3011).
Top skills
What Economists earn in Kansas
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Economics programs in Kansas.
Which Kansas colleges award the most Economics degrees?+
Fort Hays State University (121 graduates a year), University of Kansas (57 graduates a year) and Kansas State University (16 graduates a year) award the most Economics degrees in Kansas, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 8 Kansas colleges offer Economics.
Which Economics program in Kansas has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Fort Hays State University tops the list at $50,690. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Economists earn in Kansas?+
The average annual wage for Economists in Kansas is $150,950 (median $138,790), across about 80 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Economics program?+
The Economics program provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services. It explores how economies function and how individuals respond to various incentives, making…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop critical thinking, mathematics, reading comprehension, speaking, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Economists?+
The national job outlook is about +1.2% growth with around 900 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Master's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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