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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. Bachelor

    San Marcos, BA, 120, Human Development (Counseling Services)

    The California State University 🇺🇸 Long Beach, United States

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  2. Certificate

    State and Local Taxation Graduate Certificate

    University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee 🇺🇸 Milwaukee, United States

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  3. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Arts in CARE in Human Services

    Northwest Indian College 🇺🇸 Bellingham, WA, United States

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  4. Other programmes

    Child Care Services

    Chippewa Valley Technical College 🇺🇸 Eau Claire, United States

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  6. Other programmes

    Economics (ECON)

    Green River College 🇺🇸 Washington, DC, United States

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  7. Graduate

    Economics (Financial Economics), MAE, Graduate, Kent

    Kent State University 🇺🇸 Kent, United States

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  8. Major

    Economics (Major)

    University of Wisconsin-Marshfield / Wood County 🇺🇸 Marshfield, United States

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  9. Other programmes

    Economics and Finance

    Murray State University 🇺🇸 Murray, Paducah, Mayfield, Hopkinsville, Henderson, United States

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  10. Certificate

    Emergency Medical Services Leadership (Certificate)

    Northcentral Technical College 🇺🇸 Antigo, Medford, Phillips, Spencer, Wittenberg, Wausau, United States

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  11. PhD / Doctorate

    Environment & Natural Resource Economics, Ph.D.

    University of Rhode Island 🇺🇸 Kingston, Providence, United States

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  12. Other programmes

    Human Performance, Recreation, and Community Service

    Southern Arkansas University 🇺🇸 Magnolia, United States

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  13. Major

    International Economics (Major)

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

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  15. Master

    Los Angeles, MA, 45, Economics (Financial Economics), 22041

    The California State University 🇺🇸 Long Beach, United States

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  16. Associate

    Medical Assisting Services (Associate)

    Herzing University Orlando 🇺🇸 Orlando, Florida, United States

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  17. Minor

    Minor in Economics

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

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  18. Bachelor

    Monterey Bay, BA, 120, Collaborative Health and Human Services (Collaborative Health and Human Services - GENERAL)

    The California State University 🇺🇸 Long Beach, United States

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  19. Other programmes

    Personal Development - Special Services

    Cuyamaca College 🇺🇸 El Cajon, California, United States

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  20. Other programmes

    Pupil Personnel Services Credential

    California State University, Los Angeles 🇺🇸 Los Angeles, California, United States

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  21. Other programmes

    Social and Human Services

    Edmonds Community College 🇺🇸 Lynnwood, WA, United States

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  22. Certificate

    Tax Preparer Certificate of Completion

    Olympic College 🇺🇸 Bremerton, WA, 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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