Economics at Marian University

Indiana economics programs show a substantial range in first-year outcomes, with Notre Dame grads earning over $76,000 while comparable programs suggest around $58,000 for Marian's bachelor's degree. That estimated figure—drawn from the median of eight economics programs statewide—puts this program right in the middle of the pack, slightly above the national median of $51,722. With estimated debt around $27,000, graduates would face a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.46, meaning roughly half a year's salary in loans.

The limited graduate sample here (too small for DOE reporting) makes it difficult to assess Marian's specific track record, but the estimated numbers suggest a workable financial picture if the earnings projection holds. A half-year debt burden is manageable for most economics grads, particularly in a field where career growth often accelerates after initial placement. Still, the gap between Marian's estimated outcomes and stronger Indiana programs like Purdue ($59,187) or IU-Bloomington ($59,142) is narrow enough that comparing actual job placement support and internship networks would be worthwhile.

The bottom line: if these estimates prove accurate, this program offers reasonable value—but with no actual graduate data available, you're making decisions based on peer performance rather than proven results from this specific school. Ask Marian directly about their economics graduates' actual employment outcomes and starting salaries before committing.