I do not understand how the median earning for someone with this degree is 6 figures (according to Forbes). I have looked at a variety of programs: NYU, Michigan, Georgetown, Texas, Duke, Boston, George Washington, JHU, USC, and now UCLA. The only three that seem remotely decent are NYU, Texas, and Duke. These programs, including the applied economic programs, all look like programs where students either did not get into a PhD or did not have the coursework to apply.
I am interested in economic consulting and possibly working for a think tank/public sector. Economics is my passion, but I am really aggravated by the lack of opportunities for a masters even though many claim the demand for economics is growing.
Am I wrong or can someone help me/