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Economics at University of Miami

Coral Gables, FL · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $42,129/yr (-22% vs median)

AI Risk Very High (56% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (293,500 openings/yr)

ROI 2.7x earnings multiple

Ranked #337 of 351 Economics programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Economics graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$676K	$657K	$578K
Earnings Multiple	2.8x	2.7x	2.4x
Probability of Field Employment	66%	60%	41%
DegreeOutlook Score	48	47	46

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$239,704

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$147,212

39% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$16,101

4.6 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$68,154

62% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Starting salaries of $42,129/yr fall 22% below the $53,966 national median for Economics. The financial case depends heavily on whether tuition compensates.

At 2.7x tuition cost, the financial math is tight. Decade earnings don't dramatically exceed what you paid, making school choice and aid packages critical.

The 14% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Economics career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $16,101 in median debt against $42,129 in first-year earnings, graduates can expect to clear their loan balance in under six months of full earnings.

A #337 ranking among 351 Economics programs places University of Miami in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The $42,129-to-$68,154 earnings arc over five years reflects a 62% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About University of Miami

University of Miami admits 19% of applicants, placing it among selective institutions, with a mid-sized student body of 12,570 in Coral Gables, FL. After financial aid, the average student pays $147,212 over four years — 39% below sticker price.

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Top Career Paths

Managers, all other $136,550/yr

Economics teachers, postsecondary $119,980/yr

Economists $115,440/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 47/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Economics at University of Miami?

At 47/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Economics programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Economics at University of Miami?

The 56% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Is University of Miami a good choice for Economics despite lower starting pay?

Starting salary is one data point. If University of Miami's tuition is significantly below average, the ROI calculation can still work — lower earnings paired with lower costs can be a reasonable trade.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →