Best Colleges for Business/Managerial Economics

Business and Managerial Economics graduates blend economic theory with practical business applications, preparing them for careers in consulting, finance, and corporate strategy. With an average starting salary of $49,013, these programs offer strong earning potential in today's data-driven economy.

When evaluating programs, students should prioritize schools with strong industry connections, experienced faculty who balance academic credentials with real-world experience, and curricula that emphasize both quantitative analysis and strategic thinking. Look for programs offering internship opportunities, case study methodologies, and access to business simulation software. The best programs also provide exposure to areas like market research, policy analysis, and organizational behavior. With 93 schools offering this major nationwide, students have numerous options to find programs that align with their career goals and learning preferences.

Schools Ranked

$62,389

Avg. Program Earnings

73.8%

Avg. Graduation Rate

Top 25 Schools

College rankings
#	School	Median Earnings	Graduation Rate	School Type
1	Villanova University Villanova, Pennsylvania	$90,856	92.4%	private-nonprofit
2	Lehigh University Bethlehem, Pennsylvania	$73,446	89.2%	private-nonprofit
3	Pace University New York, New York	$72,325	61.4%	private-nonprofit
4	Brigham Young University Provo, Utah	$70,456	82.2%	private-nonprofit
5	Santa Clara University Santa Clara, California	$69,338	88.5%	private-nonprofit
6	University of San Diego San Diego, California	$69,338	81.6%	private-nonprofit
7	University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, California	$68,219	92.7%	public
8	James Madison University Harrisonburg, Virginia	$64,493	80.9%	public
9	Seattle University Seattle, Washington	$63,749	73.3%	private-nonprofit
10	Miami University-Oxford Oxford, Ohio	$61,728	81.8%	public
11	Ashford University San Diego, California	$61,516	8.8%	private-forprofit
12	University of Arizona Tucson, Arizona	$60,771	65.9%	public
13	Bentley University Waltham, Massachusetts	$58,221	88.2%	private-nonprofit
14	DePaul University Chicago, Illinois	$57,860	70.0%	private-nonprofit
15	Old Dominion University Norfolk, Virginia	$57,556	44.4%	public
16	Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, Virginia	$57,318	86.3%	public
17	Marquette University Milwaukee, Wisconsin	$57,318	80.1%	private-nonprofit
18	University of Dayton Dayton, Ohio	$56,415	81.5%	private-nonprofit
19	University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia, South Carolina	$55,964	77.7%	public
20	Nichols College Dudley, Massachusetts	$55,964	63.6%	private-nonprofit
21	Seton Hall University South Orange, New Jersey	$55,914	71.5%	private-nonprofit
22	University of North Carolina Wilmington Wilmington, North Carolina	$55,512	70.7%	public
23	Kennesaw State University Kennesaw, Georgia	$55,512	48.1%	public
24	Loyola University Chicago Chicago, Illinois	$55,061	76.9%	private-nonprofit
25	Ohio State University-Main Campus Columbus, Ohio	$54,880	87.7%	public