Economics at Winston-Salem State University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Winston-Salem State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Winston-Salem State University graduates earn $26k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all economics bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina
Economics bachelors's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (26 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winston-Salem State University | $25,653 | — | $21,894* | — |
| Duke University | $98,649 | $153,139 | $13,437* | 0.14 |
| Elon University | $69,298 | $73,684 | $19,500* | 0.28 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | $65,344 | $79,084 | $15,843* | 0.24 |
| Wake Forest University | $56,416 | $91,751 | $20,927* | 0.37 |
| East Carolina University | $46,425 | $56,602 | $25,375* | 0.55 |
| National Median | $51,722 | — | $22,816* | 0.44 |
Other Economics Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duke University Durham | $65,805 | $98,649 | $13,437 |
| Elon University Elon | $44,536 | $69,298 | $19,500 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill | $8,989 | $65,344 | $15,843 |
| Wake Forest University Winston-Salem | $64,758 | $56,416 | $20,927 |
| East Carolina University Greenville | $7,361 | $46,425 | $25,375 |
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 Winston-Salem State University, approximately 61% 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.