Economics at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina
Economics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (26 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte | $46,425* | — | $19,500* | — |
| Duke University | $98,649* | $153,139 | $13,437* | 0.14 |
| Elon University | $69,298* | $73,684 | $19,500* | 0.28 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | $65,344* | $79,084 | $15,843* | 0.24 |
| Wake Forest University | $56,416* | $91,751 | $20,927* | 0.37 |
| East Carolina University | $46,425* | $56,602 | $25,375* | 0.55 |
| National Median | $51,722* | — | $22,816* | 0.44 |
Other Economics Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke University Durham | $65,805 | $98,649 | $13,437 |
| Elon University Elon | $44,536 | $69,298 | $19,500 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill | $8,989 | $65,344 | $15,843 |
| Wake Forest University Winston-Salem | $64,758 | $56,416 | $20,927 |
| East Carolina University Greenville | $7,361 | $46,425 | $25,375 |
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 Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte, approximately 52% 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 9 similar programs in NC. Actual outcomes may vary.