Economics at Elizabethtown College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
Economics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (49 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabethtown College | — | — | — | — |
| University of Pennsylvania | $89,097 | $125,816 | $14,000 | 0.16 |
| Carnegie Mellon University | $86,284 | $94,093 | $22,020 | 0.26 |
| Swarthmore College | $76,944 | $105,566 | $19,500 | 0.25 |
| Drexel University | $70,967 | $83,676 | $29,000 | 0.41 |
| Bucknell University | $70,946 | $79,134 | $25,888 | 0.36 |
| National Median | $51,722 | — | $22,816 | 0.44 |
Other Economics Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia | $66,104 | $89,097 | $14,000 |
| Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh | $63,829 | $86,284 | $22,020 |
| Swarthmore College Swarthmore | $62,412 | $76,944 | $19,500 |
| Drexel University Philadelphia | $60,663 | $70,967 | $29,000 |
| Bucknell University Lewisburg | $64,772 | $70,946 | $25,888 |
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 Elizabethtown College, approximately 19% 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.