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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

    Estate Planning, Master of Science in Financial Planning and Taxation

    Golden Gate University 🇺🇸 San Francisco, United States

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  2. Master

    Master of Science in Taxation Program

    W. Fielding Rubel School of Business 🇺🇸 Louisville, United States

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  3. Major

    Public Service (Major)

    University of Pittsburgh 🇺🇸 Pittsburgh, United States

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  4. Bachelor

    Advanced Start Bachelor of Science in Human Services

    Kaplan University, Hagerstown Campus 🇺🇸 Hagerstown, United States

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  6. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics (Direct Ph.D.)

    Fordham University 🇺🇸 Tarrytown, United States

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  7. Other programmes

    University Internship Credential Program for Pupil Personnel Services School Counseling

    National University 🇺🇸 La Jolla, United States

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  8. Bachelor

    Early Childhood Education (Bachelor of Science in Human Services (Concentration))

    Fisher College 🇺🇸 Boston, United States

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  9. Other programmes

    Economics (College of Leadership and Public Service)

    Dakota Wesleyan University 🇺🇸 Mitchell, United States

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  10. Graduate

    Economics (Graduate)

    Western Illinois University, Quad Cities Campus 🇺🇸 Moline, IL, United States

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  11. Major

    Economics (Major)

    Westminster College, Salt Lake City 🇺🇸 Salt Lake City, United States

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  12. Bachelor

    Economics / BA

    New York University - Abu Dhabi 🇺🇸 New York, United States

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  13. PhD / Doctorate

    Sociology and Social Inequality (Doctorate)

    Portland State University 🇺🇸 Oregon, United States

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  15. Master

    Taxation - MS

    University of North Texas 🇺🇸 Denton, United States

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  16. Other programmes

    Applied Economics (Course)

    University of North Dakota 🇺🇸 Grand Forks, United States

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  17. Other programmes

    Economics

    Clark Atlanta University 🇺🇸 Atlanta, United States

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  18. Bachelor

    Economics (BBA) (Major)

    Houston Baptist University 🇺🇸 Houston, United States

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  19. Minor

    Economics (Minor)

    Youngstown State University, Business School 🇺🇸 Youngstown, OH, United States

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  20. Bachelor

    Economics, B.A.

    Stony Brook University 🇺🇸 Stony Brook, United States

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  21. Certificate

    Emergency Medical Services Paramedic (Certificate) (Occupational Certificate)

    Arizona Western College 🇺🇸 Yuma, Arizona, United States

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  22. Certificate

    Plumbing Trades Certificate

    Saint Philip's College 🇺🇸 San Antonio, Texas, 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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