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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. Certificate

    Building Trades/Maintenance Technology (Certificates of Completion)

    Central Texas College 🇺🇸 Killeen, United States

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  2. Master

    Dual Degree - Economics/Law, MA/JD (together with USC Columbia)

    University of South Carolina - Beaufort 🇺🇸 Beaufort, United States

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  3. Other programmes

    API in London, England: London School of Economics Direct Enrollment Summer (Study abroad)

    The University of Alabama 🇺🇸 Tuscaloosa, United States

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  4. Graduate

    Economics (Graduate)

    University of Colorado at Boulder 🇺🇸 Boulder, United States

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  6. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics - Transportation Economics Ph.D.

    University of California, Irvine 🇺🇸 Irvine, United States

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  7. PhD / Doctorate

    Ph.D. in Economics and Public Policy (jointly with Heinz College)

    Carnegie Mellon University 🇺🇸 Pittsburgh, United States

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  8. Major

    Economics (ECON) (Major)

    University of Maryland 🇺🇸 College Park, United States

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  9. Other programmes

    Applied Economics

    University of North Dakota 🇺🇸 Grand Forks, United States

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  10. Bachelor

    children and family services (Associate, Bachelor’s)

    SUNY Empire State College 🇺🇸 New York, United States

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  11. Master

    Economics and Policy Analysis (M.B.A.)

    DePaul University 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States

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  12. Master

    J.D./LL.M. in Financial Services Law (Chicago-Kent Joint Degree)

    Chicago-Kent College of Law 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States

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  13. PhD / Doctorate

    Ph.D. in Economics

    Lehigh University 🇺🇸 Bethlehem, United States

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  15. Bachelor

    B.A. in Psychology- Human Services (Bachelor)

    Argosy University - Twin Cities 🇺🇸 Eagan, United States

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  16. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics (Doctor of Philosophy Program)

    University of Nevada at Reno | CABNR 🇺🇸 Reno, Nevada, United States

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  17. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics (Ph.D.)

    University at Buffalo 🇺🇸 Buffalo, United States

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  18. Bachelor

    BA in Economics

    University of San Diego 🇺🇸 San Diego, United States

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  19. Minor

    Economics (Undergraduate) (Minors)

    Ave Maria University 🇺🇸 Ave Maria, United States

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  20. Postgraduate

    Applied Economics -- Information and Internet Economics (Postgraduate)

    University at Buffalo 🇺🇸 Buffalo, United States

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  21. Bachelor

    Economics, B.A.

    Long Island University, C.W. Post Campus 🇺🇸 Brookville, Brookville, Brooklyn, United States

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  22. Master

    Estate Planning, Master of Science in Financial Planning and Taxation

    Golden Gate University 🇺🇸 San Francisco, 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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