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Success After Dyson: Salary and Employment Outcomes

Students at the Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management are prepared to enter—and excel in—applied economics and management (AEM) careers immediately after graduation. Of the 247 members of the 2024 graduating class, 214 sought full-time employment; 95% of them received full-time job offers, and 95% accepted offers within four months of graduation.

214

GRADUATES

were seeking full-time employment

95%

Received Offers

within four months of graduation

95%

Accepted Offers

within four months of graduation

$96,394

AVERAGE BASE SALARY

Applied Economics and Management Salary Details for Recent Dyson Graduates

Dyson’s undergraduate class of 2024 reported an average base salary of $96,394.

Graduates authorized to work in the US earned slightly more than the average salary at $98,257, while non-US-work-authorized graduates earned slightly less at $71,558.

$96,394

Average Base Salary

Class of 2024

$98,257

AVERAGE BASE SALARY

US Work Authorized

$71,558

Average Base Salary

Non-US Work Authorized

A Supplement to Your Post-Dyson Salary: Average Bonuses

Stepping into their first applied economics jobs after graduation, many Dyson students received sign-on and relocation incentives, collectively reported as combined bonus.

The average combined bonus for Dyson’s 2024 graduates was $11,896. US work authorized graduates earned slightly more than the average bonus, at $12,099; non-US work authorized graduates earned slightly less than the average bonus at $8,638.

$11,896

AVERAGE COMBINED BONUS

Class of 2024

$12,099

AVERAGE COMBINED BONUS

US Work Authorized

$8,638

AVERAGE COMBINED BONUS

Non-US Work Authorized

Alumni Perspective: Prepared to Do Business for Good

Our alumni share how their Cornell Dyson experience prepared them for success, from their first undergraduate business jobs out of college and as they grew professionally throughout their AEM career.

“Dyson has been the foundation for my growth, offering academic rigor and a collaborative environment where peers and mentors have continuously pushed me to excel. One defining experience was my Grand Challenges project with a large international hedge fund, where my team helped improve their CSR and giving programs—an opportunity that perfectly blended my interest in finance with creating a positive impact. As I now pursue a career in financial services, I feel exceptionally well-prepared thanks to Dyson’s hands-on learning, exposure to real-world challenges, and the support network that has helped me build confidence, adaptability, and purpose.”

—Ari Salsberg ’25

Average Base Salary and Distribution by Industry

Dyson graduates begin their AEM careers in an array of fields, including financial services, consulting, technology, and real estate. Here’s a breakdown of where the class of 2024 took their applied economics degree, salary information included:

Industry	Average Base Salary	Median Base Salary	Percent Employed*
Financial Services	$103,272	$110,000	66%
Consulting	$92,862	$95,000	16%
Technology	$76,825	$79,000	7%
Real Estate	$90,000	$85,000	3%
Consumer Packaged Goods	N/A	N/A	2%
Energy/Utilities	N/A	N/A	2%
Food and Beverage	$62,733	$75,000	2%
Other**	N/A	N/A	4%

*Does not total to 100% due to rounding

**Other includes: Advertising/public relations, architecture/design/construction, healthcare/pharma, law/legal, non-profit, and retail

N/A: less than 3 data points available (necessary to maintain student anonymity)

Average Base Salary and Distribution by Job Function

Within these broader industries, Dyson graduates land a variety of jobs functions. Here’s a deeper look at the functions and roles held by the undergraduate class of 2024:

Job Function	Average Base Salary	Median Base Salary	Percent Employed
Finance	$102,410	$110,000	65%
Consulting	$91,909	$90,000	18%
General Management	$71,414	$70,000	5%
Marketing/Sales	$60,240	$65,000	4%
Data/Analytics	$85,457	$83,200	3%
Other*	N/A	N/A	5%

*Other includes: Information technology and legal

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By the Numbers: Finance Functions Lead the Way

Over half of the AEM class of 2024 went on to business jobs in finance-related functions after graduation; salary data for this group is broken down further by sub-sector in this table. Investment banking is the highest-earning area in finance for this subset of graduates in addition to employing the most.

Detailed Finance Function	Average Base Salary	Median Base Salary	Percent Employed
Investment Banking	$109,141	$110,000	55%
Financial Analysis	$83,850	$82,500	12%
Asset Management	$102,692	$100,000	11%
Corporate/Managerial Finance	$83,571	$80,000	5%
Private Wealth Management	$100,750	$105,000	5%
Private Equity	$99,000	$100,000	5%
Accounting/Auditing	$85,250	$81,500	4%
Venture Capital	N/A	N/A	2%
Other	N/A	N/A	2%

Average Employment and Base Salary by US Region

Almost the entire Dyson class of 2024 graduates live and work in the United States. The Northeast region claims the largest percentage of recent alumni, accounting for over three-quarters of the class, and is top region for average base salary at $100,689.

This table highlights the full distribution of employed Dyson class of 2024 graduates across the nation, including the typical management/applied economics salary range.

North America Region	Average Base Salary	Median Base Salary	Region Percentage*
Northeast	$100,689	$110,000	77%
Mid-Atlantic	$79,333	$85,000	7%
West	$97,156	$95,000	6%
Midwest	$90,222	$90,000	5%
South	$76,000	$75,000	4%
Southwest	N/A	N/A	2%

*Does not total to 100% due to rounding

Top Employers: Where You Can Go with a Dyson Business Degree

You’ll find Dyson alumni launching their careers with some of the most recognizable names in financial services, technology, and consulting. Here’s a look at the top employers for the class of 2024:

Bank of America/Merrill Lynch
Barclays
Blackstone Group LP
Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
Citi
Evercore Parters
EY (Ernst & Young)
EY-Parthenon
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.
Guggenheim Partners, LLP

Jefferies Group
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
McKinsey & Company
Morgan Stanley
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
RBC Capital Markets
USB Group AG
Wells Fargo & Company

The Demand of a Dyson Degree: What Recruiters Are Saying

Recruiters for the nation’s (and the world’s) top companies keep a keen eye on rising Dyson seniors and soon-to-be grads. In fact, most AEM students get job offers before they even walk across the stage at commencement.

“We find that Dyson offers a strong, collaborative experience for students, one that aligns well with SC Johnson’s company ethos. The experience and knowledge from these diverse-background students drive our undergraduate finance internship program, working on impactful projects, and lead to beginning a successful finance career within our Finance Rotation Program.” –Travis Whitcomb, Manager, Financial Planning & Analysis, SC Johnson

Admissions Overview: How to Apply to Cornell Dyson

With a Cornell Dyson applied economics degree, salary potential and career possibilities are strong. If you’re interested in AEM jobs or want to see if Dyson is right for you, we invite you to learn more about our admissions requirements and application process.

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