Economics at Indiana University-South Bend
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Indiana
Economics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Indiana (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana University-South Bend | $57,962* | — | — | — |
| University of Notre Dame | $76,299* | $100,568 | $19,965 | 0.26 |
| DePauw University | $63,395* | $87,437 | $26,978 | 0.43 |
| Purdue University-Main Campus | $59,187* | $65,456 | $24,700 | 0.42 |
| Indiana University-Bloomington | $59,142* | $74,866 | $20,500 | 0.35 |
| Ball State University | $56,782* | — | $22,054 | 0.39 |
| National Median | $51,722* | — | $22,816 | 0.44 |
Other Economics Programs in Indiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Indiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame Notre Dame | $62,693 | $76,299 | $19,965 |
| DePauw University Greencastle | $57,070 | $63,395 | $26,978 |
| Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette | $9,992 | $59,187 | $24,700 |
| Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington | $11,790 | $59,142 | $20,500 |
| Ball State University Muncie | $10,758 | $56,782 | $22,054 |
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 Indiana University-South Bend, approximately 41% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 8 similar programs in IN. Actual outcomes may vary.