Compare to Similar Programs in South Carolina

Economics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in South Carolina (13 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Coastal Carolina University
Furman University$55,615$24,1250.43
University of South Carolina-Columbia$48,149$57,679$24,0620.50
Clemson University$45,075$55,077$22,2500.49
National Median$51,722$22,8160.44

Other Economics Programs in South Carolina

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Carolina schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Furman University
Greenville
$58,312$55,615$24,125
University of South Carolina-Columbia
Columbia
$12,688$48,149$24,062
Clemson University
Clemson
$15,554$45,075$22,250

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Coastal Carolina University, approximately 27% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.