Economics at Stockton University

Based on comparable economics programs in New Jersey, Stockton's graduates likely earn around $52,000 in their first year—squarely at the state median. By year four, actual reported earnings of $62,459 show solid progression, putting graduates roughly on par with The College of New Jersey's outcomes and well ahead of the Rutgers campuses. The estimated $25,000 debt burden, while slightly above the national benchmark for economics degrees, translates to a manageable 0.48 debt-to-earnings ratio that shouldn't constrain early career choices.

What makes this program particularly worth considering is the combination of accessible admissions (88% acceptance rate) with earnings that match far more selective institutions. While Princeton's economics graduates predictably earn twice as much initially, Stockton appears to deliver similar value to New Jersey's other public options at a potentially lower stress threshold during the application process. The year-four earnings data suggests graduates find their footing after that first year, which is typical for economics majors who often start in analyst or research roles before moving into higher-paying positions.

The caveat: these estimates come from peer programs since Stockton's own graduate cohort was too small to report. If you're serious about this program, ask the school directly about recent graduate outcomes and whether the small class sizes reflect declining enrollment or simply a boutique program. For a solid public university economics degree without cutthroat admissions, the projected numbers suggest reasonable value.