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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. Master

    M.A. Economics

    University of Montana 🇺🇸 Missoula, United States

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  2. Master

    Master of Science in Foreign Service

    Georgetown University 🇺🇸 Washington, United States

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  3. Master

    Master of Science in Human and Social Services (Online Degree Program)

    Walden University 🇺🇸 Minneapolis, United States

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  4. Other programmes

    Sociology and Social Inequality

    Portland State University 🇺🇸 Oregon, United States

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  6. Bachelor

    Taxation (Bachelor)

    Florida Atlantic University 🇺🇸 Boca Raton, United States

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  7. Bachelor

    Technical and Applied Studies (Nonprofit-Human Services), BTAS, Bachelor's, Ashtabula, East Liverpool, Geauga, Salem, Stark, Trumbull, Tuscarawas

    Kent State University 🇺🇸 Kent, United States

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  8. Other programmes

    CEA Port Elizabeth, South Africa - Community Development & Community Service Learning, Port Elizabeth, South Africa, Africa (Study abroad)

    Texas Tech University 🇺🇸 Lubbock, United States

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  9. Certificate

    Customer Service (Certificate)

    Gateway Technical College 🇺🇸 Kenosha, United States

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  10. Major

    Economics (Major)

    North Central College 🇺🇸 Naperville, United States

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  11. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics, PhD

    George Mason University 🇺🇸 Fairfax, United States

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  12. Minor

    Global Economy & Financial Markets (Minor)

    Susquehanna University 🇺🇸 Selinsgrove, United States

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  13. Other programmes

    Human Services

    Hawai'i Community College 🇺🇸 Hilo, United States

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  15. Major

    Human Services (Major)

    Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay Campus 🇺🇸 Homer, Alaska, United States

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  16. Other programmes

    Human Services - Specialist: Customer Service

    Maricopa Community Colleges 🇺🇸 Tempe, Arizona, United States

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  17. Master

    Long-Term Care, Senior Housing and Aging Services - MA | MS

    University of North Texas 🇺🇸 Denton, United States

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  18. Master

    Master of Science with a Major in Economics

    Georgia Institute of Technology 🇺🇸 Atlanta, United States

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  19. Certificate

    Tax Preparation Professional Certification

    Ashworth College 🇺🇸 Norcross, United States

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  20. Graduate

    Taxation (Graduate)

    University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee 🇺🇸 Milwaukee, United States

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  21. Master

    Taxation (M.S.)

    DePaul University 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States

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  22. Certificate

    Certificate in World Trade Organization

    Georgetown University 🇺🇸 Washington, 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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