Economics at Pacific Lutheran University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Pacific Lutheran University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Pacific Lutheran University graduates earn $44k, placing them in the 20th percentile of all economics bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Washington
Economics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Washington (12 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Lutheran University | $43,806 | — | — | — |
| Whitworth University | $63,134 | — | — | — |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus | $53,934 | $74,130 | $14,166 | 0.26 |
| Central Washington University | $52,129 | $68,051 | $15,000 | 0.29 |
| University of Puget Sound | $48,153 | $61,261 | $26,031 | 0.54 |
| Whitman College | $46,832 | $74,766 | $17,500 | 0.37 |
| National Median | $51,722 | — | $22,816 | 0.44 |
Other Economics Programs in Washington
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Washington schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitworth University Spokane | $50,920 | $63,134 | — |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle | $12,643 | $53,934 | $14,166 |
| Central Washington University Ellensburg | $9,192 | $52,129 | $15,000 |
| University of Puget Sound Tacoma | $59,900 | $48,153 | $26,031 |
| Whitman College Walla Walla | $61,492 | $46,832 | $17,500 |
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 Pacific Lutheran University, approximately 33% 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 17 graduates with reported earnings and 15 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.