Best Economics Schools in Indiana

Indiana has 10 colleges offering Economics programs tracked by the College Scorecard, producing 399 recent graduates. Graduates earn $49,916 on average within two years, roughly in line with the national average of $48,383.

School choice matters significantly: University of Notre Dame graduates earn $69,338 while Valparaiso University graduates earn $40,467 — a $28,871 gap. Research each program's curriculum, employer connections, and career services before deciding.

Schools in IN

$49,916

IN Avg. Earnings

$48,383

National Avg.

449

Schools Nationally

Public vs Private: Economics in Indiana

Public Schools (4)

$47,519

avg. 2yr earnings

Private Schools (6)

$51,513

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $3,994 more in early earnings on average, but typically cost more. Compare net price to determine which offers better ROI.

Economics Schools in Indiana, Ranked by Earnings

University of Notre Dame

Notre Dame, IN · Private

$69,338

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $69,070

Graduates: 111

Acceptance: 12.4%

Indiana University-Bloomington

Bloomington, IN · Public

$52,941

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $50,663

Graduates: 78

Acceptance: 80.4%

DePauw University

Greencastle, IN · Private

$57,860

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $58,544

Graduates: 63

Acceptance: 54.1%

Wabash College

Crawfordsville, IN · Private

$52,107

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $50,346

Graduates: 39

Acceptance: 62.8%

Purdue University-Main Campus

West Lafayette, IN · Public

$50,563

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $51,724

Graduates: 53

Acceptance: 50.3%

Hanover College

Hanover, IN · Private

$48,823

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $49,315

Graduates: 17

Acceptance: 84.0%

Indiana University-Indianapolis

Indianapolis, IN · Public

$46,087

2yr Earnings

1yr Earnings: $43,346

Graduates: 38

Acceptance: 81.4%

University of Southern Indiana

Evansville, IN · Public

$40,485

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 94.7%

Butler University

Indianapolis, IN · Private

Valparaiso University

Valparaiso, IN · Private

$40,467

2yr Earnings

Acceptance: 92.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Economics in Indiana?

University of Notre Dame ranks #1 for Economics in Indiana with median graduate earnings of $69,338 within two years of graduation. There are 10 schools offering Economics programs in the state.

How much do Economics graduates earn in Indiana?

Economics graduates in Indiana earn an average of $49,916 within two years of graduation. This is 3% above the national average of $48,383 for this major.

What is the hardest Economics school to get into in Indiana?

University of Notre Dame is the most selective Economics program in Indiana with an acceptance rate of 12.4%. The average acceptance rate across Economics programs in the state is 69.8%.

Should I attend a public or private school for Economics in Indiana?

In Indiana, private Economics programs produce average earnings of $51,513 vs $47,519 at public schools. However, public schools typically cost less — consider net price relative to earnings when calculating ROI. There are 4 public and 6 private options in the state.

Other Popular Majors in Indiana

Computer Engineering $75,866 Chemical Engineering $73,792 Computer Science $66,740 Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering $65,819 Biomedical/Medical Engineering $64,398 Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians $64,220 Construction Management $59,890 Civil Engineering $59,623

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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release.