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Best Economics Schools in New York
Top Economics programs in New York ranked by national standing and graduate earnings -- updated 2026.
Programs listed: 36
Avg major earnings: $88,722
Top Economics Programs in New York
Nationally ranked schools appear first. Earnings reflect graduates of this specific major.
| # | School | 4yr Earnings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barnard College #37 national | $103,309 |
| 2 | Columbia University #45 national | $117,355 |
| 3 | Cornell University #61 national | $107,248 |
| 4 | Binghamton University #86 national | $74,087 |
| 5 | CUNY Bernard M Baruch College #87 national | N/A |
| 6 | Vassar College #90 national | $81,561 |
| 7 | Colgate University #92 national | $103,456 |
| 8 | Syracuse University #106 national | $70,698 |
| 9 | Stony Brook University #110 national | $67,617 |
| 10 | Union College #137 national | $85,922 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Excludes for-profit institutions.
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