Economics at Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Millersville University of Pennsylvania graduates compare to all programs nationally
Millersville University of Pennsylvania graduates earn $52k, placing them in the 51th percentile of all economics bachelors programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millersville University of Pennsylvania | $51,960 | $46,054 | $25,782* | — |
| 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 Millersville University of Pennsylvania, approximately 27% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 16 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.