Economics at Lindenwood University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Missouri
Economics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (18 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lindenwood University | $46,583* | — | $24,102* | — |
| Washington University in St Louis | $66,325* | $80,729 | $14,110* | 0.21 |
| University of Missouri-Columbia | $52,635* | $61,213 | $18,815* | 0.36 |
| University of Missouri-St Louis | $46,583* | $64,281 | $22,962* | 0.49 |
| Missouri State University-Springfield | $44,898* | $65,293 | $19,793* | 0.44 |
| University of Central Missouri | $41,076* | $59,303 | $25,056* | 0.61 |
| National Median | $51,722* | — | $22,816* | 0.44 |
Other Economics Programs in Missouri
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Missouri schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington University in St Louis St. Louis | $62,982 | $66,325 | $14,110 |
| University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia | $14,130 | $52,635 | $18,815 |
| University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis | $13,440 | $46,583 | $22,962 |
| Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield | $9,024 | $44,898 | $19,793 |
| University of Central Missouri Warrensburg | $9,739 | $41,076 | $25,056 |
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 Lindenwood University, approximately 29% 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 5 similar programs in MO. Actual outcomes may vary.