Economics at University of New Haven

Connecticut's economics programs show a wide earnings range, from Yale's $82,617 down to the statewide median of $52,227—and University of New Haven's graduates likely fall somewhere in that spectrum. Based on comparable economics programs in Connecticut, first-year earnings around $52,000 appear typical for mid-tier schools in the state, matching both the state and national median for this degree.

The estimated debt load of $24,125 is slightly above what peer programs typically produce, though the debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.46 remains manageable by conventional standards. An economics graduate earning roughly $52,000 could reasonably expect to handle monthly loan payments of around $270, leaving meaningful take-home income. The real concern isn't whether this debt level is sustainable—it is—but whether University of New Haven offers enough value to justify attending over UConn, which produces similar estimated earnings at a lower public university price point.

The school's 81% admission rate and modest SAT average suggest it serves a different student population than Connecticut's elite liberal arts colleges, where economics degrees command $20,000-$30,000 more in first-year earnings. For families choosing between New Haven and other accessible Connecticut schools, the financial outcome appears standard for the state's mid-range institutions. But if UConn is an option academically and financially, its combination of similar earnings potential and lower net cost makes it hard to beat for in-state students pursuing economics.