### SUMMARY

 Majoring in Managerial Economics is not only a valuable choice, but ordinarily a requisite first step for scholars aspiring to enter a career as a corporate economist, a behavioral economist, or an organizational economist. Interestingly, managerial economics is a fairly common choice coming in at the 76th most popular area of study. Last academic year alone, there were 5,948 managerial economics degrees conferred. In-state tuition for managerial economics at private colleges is, on average, 4.1 times more expensive than their public equivalents.

 There are 258 schools which offer this degree. 258 institutions is fairly average in terms of the number of institutions which offer each degree. If you're looking to surround yourself with other managerial economics undergraduates, consider colleges in California which have more undergrads admitted to managerial economics than any other state. Zooming out, the top region to get a degree in managerial economics is in the Southeast region with [The University of Alabama](/colleges/the-university-of-alabama), [University of Georgia](/colleges/university-of-georgia), and [University of Kentucky](/colleges/university-of-kentucky) best representing the region. Interestingly, our selection for the best conference to major in managerial economics is the Big West Conference with [University of California-Davis](/colleges/university-of-california-davis), [University of California-Irvine](/colleges/university-of-california-irvine), and [University of California-Riverside](/colleges/university-of-california-riverside) representing the conference. From our comprehensive list of the [best colleges](/rankings/best-colleges), our choice for the best university for managerial economics is [Washington University in St Louis](/colleges/washington-university-in-st-louis).

 The best school is not necessarily the best school for you. There can be tons of facets to weigh when choosing ​university. External stuff like campus amenities, transportation services, and food would impact your inclinations of which school to attend. Here at Authority, we weighed the pros and cons for you. If, for example, you are interested in which managerial economics school boasts the top campus, the answer is [University of California-Los Angeles](/colleges/university-of-california-los-angeles). If you are very interested in which school has the best campus, then we have a whole list [dedicated to that](/rankings/best-college-campuses). We have carefully pored through professor reviews, student reviews, government databases, and more to evaluate each major in an unbiased and informative way. Here you can explore our comprehensive list for the universities with the [best student life](/rankings/best-student-life)&nbspand, from that list, our choice for the school with the best student life for managerial economics is [Washington University in St Louis](/colleges/washington-university-in-st-louis). Curious why? Continue reading to learn more about our top recommendations. Many of our decisions will probably surprise you.

 If price is a significant influence in your decision on where to go to university, you might consider avoiding [Union College](/colleges/union-college-ny). [Union College](/colleges/union-college-ny)&nbspis our most expensive college for managerial economics, at least for out of state enrollment. We do have an entire page for the [most expensive](/rankings/most-expensive-colleges)&nbspuniversities that might put the cost of [Union College](/colleges/union-college-ny)&nbspinto perspective. Additionally, you may care to know that managerial economics is the 76th most expensive major in the United States, with an average bill of $41,200. On a broader scale, the most costly state for managerial economics on our list is Wisconsin with expenses at the primary two institutions Beloit College and Marquette University of $51,050 and $43,350 respectively. Even more broadly, the most expensive region of the country for managerial economics is the New England region which is best demonstrated with [Bentley University](/colleges/bentley-university) with a cost of $50,060, and [Suffolk University](/colleges/suffolk-university) with a cost of $39,814.

 Our cheapest region for managerial economics is the Rocky Mountains region which is represented by [Brigham Young University-Provo](/colleges/brigham-young-university-provo) with a cost of $5,790, [Weber State University](/colleges/weber-state-university) with a cost of $14,973, and [University of Wyoming](/colleges/university-of-wyoming) with a cost of $13,392. More optimistically, the most affordable school for managerial economics is [SUNY Oneonta](/colleges/suny-oneonta). Authority's entire list of the most affordable universities can be explored [here](/rankings/most-affordable-colleges).

 In-state learners can expect to pay about $9,900 for a degree in managerial economics. That price swells dramatically to a median of $23,200 for an out-of-state public-school undergrad. On that note, our choice for the school constituting the best value for managerial economics: [Washington University in St Louis](/colleges/washington-university-in-st-louis). Through this link you can find our comprehensive list about the universities we believe to be the [best value](/rankings/best-value-colleges)&nbspin general. Do know, this discussion is predicated on the assumption that you are an out-of-state student. The value proposition changes when in-state tuition costs are considered, but we do not know in which states any one student has residency.

 Earnings for managerial economics majors differ widely, but two-years after leaving college students will often make around $57,000. There can be much variation in salary; top earners can experience pay up to $118,200. Even right out of school, the minimum earning positions within the managerial economics field make $27,900, which could be worse. The highest earning graduates for managerial economics graduated from [Bentley University](/colleges/bentley-university)&nbspand if you want to find the universities with all of the [highest earning graduates](/rankings/highest-earning-graduates), we have that too.

 The all-around diversity of managerial economics ranks pretty high, coming within the 82nd percentile of all programs. The university with the highest composite diversity for managerial economics is [Washington University in St Louis](/colleges/washington-university-in-st-louis)&nbspand here you can find our general list for the colleges with the [most diversity](/rankings/most-diverse-colleges). The financial diversity of Managerial Economics sits only within the 86th percentile compared to all other majors. Racial diversity is even less in the 83rd percentile. White collegians make up the largest proportion, 51%, of students majoring in managerial economics. Additionally, 64% of scholars pursuing a managerial economics major are men.

 The median ranking for managerial economics professors is 3.6 stars, a score which is 10% below the median for all majors; which is a subpar ranking. If you are interested in the most popular managerial economics professor nationally, consider looking up Edmund Luquette at [The University of Texas at San Antonio](/colleges/the-university-of-texas-at-san-antonio). It might come as a surprise, but the top ranked instructors of managerial economics by student come from [CUNY Bernard M Baruch College](/colleges/cuny-bernard-m-baruch-college). If we consider information other than simply rankings it becomes clear that the college with comprehensively the best instructors for managerial economics is [University of California-Los Angeles](/colleges/university-of-california-los-angeles). One will find an explanation of our evolving ranking methodology for the [best overall professors here](/rankings/best-professors), as well as some of the finest professors in the U.S.

 Finally, the hardest university to get into for managerial economics is [University of California-Los Angeles](/colleges/university-of-california-los-angeles). While we think of this list more as a novelty, we have a comprehensive list for the [hardest colleges to get into](/rankings/hardest-colleges-to-get-into). That being said, here at Authority we do hope you understand that approaching the higher education world from context mainly informed by superlatives might cause problems. We encourage you to explore our more nuanced pages on individual universities and explore a couple of our insightful background 'blog posts' on beneficial details to look for as your school search develops.



 ### POPULARITY

 Managerial economics is the 76th most popular degree in America, with 5,948 students receiving their bachelors degree last year. It just beat out #77 [Industrial Engineering](/rankings/best-colleges-for-industrial-engineering), and narrowly lost to #75 [Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management](/rankings/best-colleges-for-logistics-materials-and-supply-chain-management).

 The degree is offered at a total of 258 colleges across the nation, and is the 86th most widely offered degree. It is only offered at 15% of the Top 100 [Best Colleges](/rankings/best-colleges) in America.

 It is also worth noting that more or less 4/7ths of colleges offering managerial economics are public making it a pretty accessible field.

 The southeast produces the most managerial economics graduates, largely led by [The University of Alabama](/colleges/the-university-of-alabama), while it’s the Big West Conference that leads conference totals. As far as states, California ranks highest, with particular help from [University of California-Irvine](/colleges/university-of-california-irvine) and [University of California-Los Angeles](/colleges/university-of-california-los-angeles).

 All that being said, no individual school produces more managerial economics graduates than [Northwestern University](/colleges/northwestern-university), which graduated 666 students last year alone. Although size is critical, another important factor to consider is the program’s density (the percent of all students that study managerial economics). More students studied managerial economics as a percentage of total students at [Hampden-Sydney College](/colleges/hampden-sydney-college) than any other college.



 ### COST

 Managerial economics is the 76th most expensive major in America, with a median cost of $41,196 amongst the top 50 programs.

 New England has the most expensive schools with top of the line managerial economics programs predominantly led by [Bentley University](/colleges/bentley-university) with an annual cost of $50,060. The most expensive state for managerial economics is Wisconsin led by [Beloit College](/colleges/beloit-college) and [Marquette University](/colleges/marquette-university).

 Public schools with good programs typically charge 75.62% less than private schools for in-state students. When looking at out-of-state tuition however, the median top 50 Public school charges 42.96% less than your average private school. So, if you're applying to a state school, make sure you qualify for in-state tuition sooner rather than later.

 The most expensive top 25 college for managerial economics is [Union College](/colleges/union-college-ny), which is the 18th most expensive college in America. The most affordable option in the top 100 is [Brigham Young University-Provo](/colleges/brigham-young-university-provo). It costs just $5,790 per year, and it's its managerial economics program is ranked #43. If you’re looking for the least expensive option in the top 25, [SUNY Cortland](/colleges/suny-cortland)  might be right for you, ranked #23 with an in-state cost of just $7,070. Another more affordable choice would be #24, [SUNY Oneonta](/colleges/suny-oneonta) in Otsego County, NY with a cost of $7,070 for in-state students and $16,980 for out-of-state students.



### SALARY

 Enrolling in college is a large investment for most students. It's critical to lack doubt you boost your future earning potential. We intend for the following income and career information to help you in making an informed decision when selecting your focus.

 The average Managerial Economics major brings home a first year salary of $50,322 a year (top 22%). Later on in their jobs, they can earn as much as $118,240 per annum to as little as $27,871, but average close to $56,977. Just so you know, that's 47% above the United States' average.

 The most popular work title for a Managerial Economics graduate is Sales Leader, which normally earn approximately $44,000; next are Sales Management Trainee and Software Engineer, which typically make around $35,000 and $65,000 respectively.

 The highest earning region for Managerial Economics graduates is The Mid East. PA has the highest earning Managerial Economics alumni of any state. The most well paid conference for Managerial Economics graduates is Big East Conference.



### PROFESSORS

 Fast Facts for Managerial Economics: Median Professor Rating: 3.6 / 5, which is below average.

 Instructors often play a humongous role in your college experience, regardless of your primary focus. A great professor can provide inspiration and even make a difficult subject seem fun. Conversely, an unpleasant professor can drive unwelcome frustration or even worse... flunk you!

 Professors of Managerial Economics, concerningly, only have a median student rating of 3.6 out of 5, which puts these professors in the lower 10 percent in America based on overall professor quality. For context a 3.6 rating is 10% shy of the national median professor rating for all subjects. Professors of Managerial Economics barely edged-out those from ["Chemistry"](/rankings/best-colleges-for-chemistry), whereas ["Accounting and Finance"](/rankings/best-colleges-for-accounting-and-finance)&nbspprofessors ranked one slot above Managerial Economics.

 Now for some statistics about Managerial Economics professors. Colleges located in remote rural areas tend to have the best Managerial Economics professors. The Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference has the highest rated Managerial Economics professors. The Southeast region has the highest rated Managerial Economics professors. Public universities tend to have higher rated Managerial Economics professors than private universities. Finally, Alaska has the highest rated Managerial Economics professors in America.

 Edmund Luquette, professor at [The University of Texas at San Antonio](/colleges/the-university-of-texas-at-san-antonio)&nbspin San Antonio, TX is the most popular Managerial Economics professor in the US. Thomas Garr, professor at [Kennesaw State University](/colleges/kennesaw-state-university)&nbspin Kennesaw, GA is the highest rated Managerial Economics professor in America, with a rating of 5 / 5.

 Take a look at which institutions have the [Best Professors](/rankings/best-professors)!



### STUDENTS

 College often is one of the more influential times of one's life; it is an occasion for individual progress and evolution. Scholars start to discover what they wish to do with their lives and develop the must-have skills to be a thriving member of society. But learning is more than sitting in the classroom - the campus dialogue, the nugget of wisdom received from an eccentric professor, the exposure to a different worldview. Therefore, a diverse student body greatly enriches what you gain from your time at university.

 Managerial Economics is a more racially diverse focus than average\*. 51% of the US' Managerial Economics majors are white students, followed by students of other races\*\*(19%), asian students (15%), and latino students (12%). The most racially diverse college\* in the top 100 is [Seton Hall University](/colleges/seton-hall-university)&nbspin South Orange, NJ.

 Additionally, Managerial Economics significatly skews male, with 64% of students majoring in Managerial Economics identifying as men. The most gender balanced school in the top 100 is [University of Puerto Rico-Rio Piedras](/colleges/university-of-puerto-rico-rio-piedras) in San Juan, PR.

 Another critical type of diversity is socioeconomic diversity. Managerial Economics ranks in the top 14% of majors for class diversity. 27% of its majors come from families bringing in above $110,000 per year, 16% are from households making between $30,000 and $48,000 a year, and 26% grew up in low income homes. [Oklahoma City University](/colleges/oklahoma-city-university) has the most financially diverse student body in the top 100.

 Considering each type of diversity, overall NJ is the most diverse state for Managerial Economics. The Far West is the most diverse region, and the Sooner Athletic Conference is the most diverse conference.

   \* diversity calculations and comparisons are based on [Simpson's Diversity Index](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diversity_index)   
  \*\* other races is used to refer to non asian, black, latino, or white

  #### Diversity Statistics

  ##### Racial Diversity

 * Asian: 15%
* Black: 4%
* Latino: 12%
* White: 51%
* Other: 19%
  ##### Gender Diversity

 * Male: 64%
* Female: 36%
  ##### Socioeconomic Diversity (By Household Income)

 * Under 30k: 26%
* 30k - 48k: 16%
* 48k - 75k: 16%
* 75k - 110k: 16%
* Over 110k: 27%
  ##### Geographic Diversity

 * In State: 72%
* Out of State: 25%
* International: 4%


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