Economics at University of Mary Washington
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Mary Washington graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Mary Washington graduates earn $45k, placing them in the 24th 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 Virginia
Economics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Mary Washington | $45,153 | $64,914 | $22,000* | — |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus | $74,958 | $80,369 | $19,000* | 0.25 |
| Washington and Lee University | $71,737 | $110,050 | $23,399* | 0.33 |
| William & Mary | $65,603 | $72,419 | $19,678* | 0.30 |
| James Madison University | $62,286 | $86,390 | $18,575* | 0.30 |
| University of Richmond | $61,027 | $102,501 | $23,000* | 0.38 |
| National Median | $51,722 | — | $22,816* | 0.44 |
Other Economics Programs in Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville | $20,986 | $74,958 | $19,000 |
| Washington and Lee University Lexington | $64,525 | $71,737 | $23,399 |
| William & Mary Williamsburg | $25,040 | $65,603 | $19,678 |
| James Madison University Harrisonburg | $13,576 | $62,286 | $18,575 |
| University of Richmond University of Richmond | $62,600 | $61,027 | $23,000 |
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 University of Mary Washington, approximately 20% 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 15 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.