Economics at Wartburg College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Iowa
Economics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Iowa (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wartburg College | $49,314* | — | — | — |
| Iowa State University | $57,619* | $70,764 | $23,414 | 0.41 |
| University of Iowa | $50,223* | $66,230 | $22,407 | 0.45 |
| University of Northern Iowa | $49,314* | $69,146 | $17,169 | 0.35 |
| Grinnell College | $46,791* | $67,691 | $16,950 | 0.36 |
| Coe College | $42,311* | — | $27,000 | 0.64 |
| National Median | $51,722* | — | $22,816 | 0.44 |
Other Economics Programs in Iowa
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Iowa schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa State University Ames | $10,497 | $57,619 | $23,414 |
| University of Iowa Iowa City | $10,964 | $50,223 | $22,407 |
| University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls | $9,728 | $49,314 | $17,169 |
| Grinnell College Grinnell | $64,862 | $46,791 | $16,950 |
| Coe College Cedar Rapids | $52,576 | $42,311 | $27,000 |
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 Wartburg College, approximately 21% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 5 similar programs in IA. Actual outcomes may vary.