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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. Teacher training

    Teacher Librarian Services Credential (online) (Online Degree)

    Azusa Pacific University 🇺🇸 Azusa, California, United States

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  2. Bachelor

    UW-Oshkosh: Human Services Leadership - online (Bachelor)

    University of Wisconsin-Marinette 🇺🇸 Marinette, United States

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  3. Postgraduate

    Applied Economics -- Law and Regulation (Postgraduate)

    University at Buffalo 🇺🇸 Buffalo, United States

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  4. Master

    Economics - B.A., M.A., undergraduate minor, teacher preparation

    University of Montana 🇺🇸 Missoula, United States

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  6. Minor

    Political Economy, Minor

    California State University, San Bernardino 🇺🇸 San Bernardino, California, United States

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  7. Minor

    Youth Services Leadership, Minor, Downtown Phoenix, College of Public Programs

    Arizona State University 🇺🇸 Phoenix, United States

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  8. Certificate

    Certified Customer Service Specialist

    Southern Crescent Technical College 🇺🇸 Griffin, United States

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  9. PhD / Doctorate

    PhD in Economics

    Colorado State University 🇺🇸 Fort Collins, United States

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  10. Other programmes

    Program in Public Service

    The King's College 🇺🇸 New York, United States

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  11. Associate

    Associate of Arts, concentration in Economics (Northeast Lakeview College)

    Alamo Community Colleges 🇺🇸 San Antonio, United States

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  12. Bachelor

    Economics (BA, BBA)

    University of Alaska Anchorage 🇺🇸 Anchorage, United States

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  13. Major

    Economics (Major)

    Johns Hopkins University 🇺🇸 Baltimore, United States

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  15. Major

    Economics (Major)

    Mills College 🇺🇸 Oakland, United States

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  16. Major

    Economics and Finance (Major)

    University of North Alabama 🇺🇸 Florence, United States

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  17. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science in Human Services

    Kaplan University, Des Moines 🇺🇸 Urbandale, IA, United States

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  18. Other programmes

    Economics

    Denison University 🇺🇸 Granville, United States

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  19. Other programmes

    Economics

    Carthage College 🇺🇸 Kenosha, United States

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  20. Minor

    Economics (Minor)

    Northwestern University 🇺🇸 Evanston, United States

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  21. Teacher training

    Human Services/Technology & Occupational Education, Education Specialist Program

    University of Central Missouri - Warrensburg, Missouri 🇺🇸 Warrensburg, United States

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  22. Associate

    Information Services and Support (Associate)

    University of Toledo 🇺🇸 Toledo, 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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