study·economics
Part of the University Directory · 65,000+ universities & colleges

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.

  • 3,521 programmes
  • 993 institutions
Advertisement

3,521 programmes · Reset filters

Sort: Popular A–Z

  1. Other programmes

    PSV-Public Service

    Triton College 🇺🇸 River Grove, United States

    Programme page University profile
  2. Master

    Taxation LL.M.

    University of Washington - School of Law 🇺🇸 Seattle, United States

    Programme page University profile
  3. Other programmes

    Windows Active Directory Services (Online Course)

    American River College 🇺🇸 Sacramento, California, United States

    Programme page University profile
  4. Other programmes

    Building Trades

    North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) 🇺🇸 Mason City, United States

    Programme page University profile
  5. Advertisement
  6. Other programmes

    Central Service Technician

    Chippewa Valley Technical College 🇺🇸 Eau Claire, United States

    Programme page University profile
  7. Other programmes

    Community service

    Saint Martin's University 🇺🇸 Lacey, WA, United States

    Programme page University profile
  8. Other programmes

    Economics

    Towson University 🇺🇸 Towson, United States

    Programme page University profile
  9. Other programmes

    Economics

    University of Southern Maine 🇺🇸 Portland, United States

    Programme page University profile
  10. Bachelor

    Economics - B.A. (Mathematics)

    University of Southern Mississippi 🇺🇸 Hattiesburg, United States

    Programme page University profile
  11. Major

    Economics and Mathematics (Dual Major)

    Bethany College Study Abroad Programs Travel Awards and Scholarships 🇺🇸 Bethany, United States

    Programme page University profile
  12. Minor

    Economics Minor

    Seattle Pacific University, School of Business, Government, and Economics 🇺🇸 Seattle, WA, United States

    Programme page University profile
  13. Bachelor

    Economics/Law and Society, B.A.

    University of California, Riverside 🇺🇸 Riverside, United States

    Programme page University profile
  14. Advertisement
  15. Other programmes

    Electrical Trades, A.A.S. (St. Philip's College)

    Alamo Community Colleges 🇺🇸 San Antonio, United States

    Programme page University profile
  16. Certificate

    Emergency Medical Services - Basic (Certificate) (Career Studies Certificates)

    Danville Community College 🇺🇸 Danville, United States

    Programme page University profile
  17. Minor

    Financial Services (Minors)

    University of Wisconsin Oshkosh 🇺🇸 Oshkosh, United States

    Programme page University profile
  18. Minor

    Human Services (Minor) (Undergraduate Program)

    University of Montevallo 🇺🇸 Montevallo, AL, United States

    Programme page University profile
  19. Minor

    Human Services Foundations, Minor

    University of Wisconsin - Whitewater 🇺🇸 Whitewater, United States

    Programme page University profile
  20. Other programmes

    Introduction to Appraising for Property Tax Purposes (Online Course)

    American River College 🇺🇸 Sacramento, California, United States

    Programme page University profile
  21. Bachelor

    Mathematical Economics (Bachelor)

    Ball State University 🇺🇸 Muncie, United States

    Programme page University profile
  22. Master

    MS in Economics

    University of Wyoming, College of Business 🇺🇸 Laramie, United States

    Programme page University profile

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.

The listings come from the University Directory, which collects programmes from universities and colleges worldwide. Always check details, deadlines and fees directly with the institution.

Advertisement