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Study Economics in the United States

Economics analyses how societies use scarce resources – markets, prices, growth, trade, public finance and policy. Programmes combine theory with quantitative methods and lead to careers in business, finance, government and research.

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  1. Fellowship

    Pharmaco-economics (Fellowship)

    Touro University California 🇺🇸 Vallejo, United States

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  2. Associate

    Associate of Applied Science in Human Services

    Kaplan University–Cedar Falls 🇺🇸 Cedar Falls, United States

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  3. Bachelor

    BA in Economics

    California State University, Fullerton, Mihaylo College of Business and Economics 🇺🇸 Fullerton, California, United States

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  4. Other programmes

    Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heating Service Technician

    Waukesha County Technical College 🇺🇸 Pewaukee, United States

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  6. PhD / Doctorate

    DHS - Doctor of Human Services (Online Doctoral Degree)

    Capella University 🇺🇸 Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

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  7. Major

    Family and human services (Major)

    University of Oregon 🇺🇸 Eugene, United States

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  8. Major

    Assurance Services (Major)

    Florida State University 🇺🇸 Tallahassee, United States

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  9. Master

    Master of Science in Taxation

    Fairfield University 🇺🇸 Fairfield, United States

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  10. Certificate

    Trade Operations & Procedures - Export Certificate

    City University of New York, Bernard M. Baruch College 🇺🇸 New York City, United States

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  11. Fellowship

    Pharmaco-economics (Fellowship)

    Touro University | College of Pharmacy 🇺🇸 Vallejo, CA, United States

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  12. Bachelor

    Human Services, B.A.

    Alaska Pacific University 🇺🇸 Anchorage, United States

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  13. Other programmes

    Economics

    Wagner College 🇺🇸 Staten Island, United States

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  15. Bachelor

    B.A. in International Trade

    Auburn University at Montgomery 🇺🇸 Montgomery, United States

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  16. Major

    Economics (Major)

    California State University, Fresno 🇺🇸 Fresno, California, United States

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  17. Master

    Emergency Medical Services - Master of Science (MS-EMS)

    Creighton University 🇺🇸 Omaha, United States

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  18. Minor

    Economics (Minor) (Pre-Professional Program)

    Berea College 🇺🇸 Berea, United States

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  19. Major

    Economics (Major)

    Anderson University 🇺🇸 Anderson, United States

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  20. Major

    Economics and Finance (Major)

    University of Hartford 🇺🇸 West Hartford, United States

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  21. Master

    Applied Economics (Masters)

    Montana State University 🇺🇸 Bozeman, United States

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  22. Bachelor

    Finance / Economics (B.S.)

    Southern New Hampshire University 🇺🇸 Manchester, Boston, United States

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Study Economics in the United States – facts and figures

In the United States, 993 universities and colleges offer 3,521 Economics programmes: 597 Bachelor, 413 Master and 160 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Long Beach, Washington, Chicago and New York. Institutions with the widest choice: The California State University, University of California and Maricopa Community Colleges.

Degrees in Economics

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Economics builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Economics, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Economics programmes?

The directory lists 3,521 Economics programmes at 993 institutions in the United States. Popular cities include Long Beach, Washington and Chicago.

How long does it take to study Economics?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Economics programmes in the United States?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are The California State University, University of California, Maricopa Community Colleges, Purdue University and State University of New York (SUNY).

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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