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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

    Advanced Professional Certificate in Taxation

    New York University 🇺🇸 New York, United States

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  2. Bachelor

    Emergency Medical Services - Bachelor of Science in EMS (BSEMS)

    Creighton University 🇺🇸 Omaha, United States

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  3. Major

    - Human Services (Major)

    University of Wisconsin - Platteville 🇺🇸 Platteville, United States

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  4. Certificate

    Applied Microeconomics, Economics, CAS, Cert (G) (Certificate)

    American University 🇺🇸 Washington, United States

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  6. Bachelor

    B.A. in Economics

    Carnegie Mellon University 🇺🇸 Pittsburgh, United States

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  7. Master

    Applied Economics and Statistics B.S., M.S. (Bachelor)

    Clemson University 🇺🇸 Clemson, United States

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  8. Other programmes

    Applied Economics (Distance Learning)

    University of North Dakota 🇺🇸 Grand Forks, United States

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  9. Minor

    Applied Economics (Undergraduate Minor)

    Cornell University 🇺🇸 Ithaca, United States

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  10. Scholarship

    DePaul Community Service Scholarship, Award Amount: $8,500

    DePaul University 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States

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  11. PhD / Doctorate

    Allied Health, Recreation, and Community Services (EdD)

    University of Northern Iowa 🇺🇸 Cedar Falls, United States

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  12. Associate

    Associate of Applied Science in Human Services

    Arkansas Tech University 🇺🇸 Russellville, United States

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  13. Bachelor

    Applied Mathematical Economics BS

    State University of New York at Oswego 🇺🇸 Oswego, United States

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  15. Master

    Master of Science in Economics (M.S.E.)

    California University of Management and Sciences 🇺🇸 Anaheim, United States

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  16. Bachelor

    Economics & Finance (Bachelor)

    Texas A and M University - Commerce 🇺🇸 Commerce, United States

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  17. Master

    Applied Economics and Finance: M.S. (UC Santa Cruz)

    University of California 🇺🇸 Oakland, United States

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  18. Certificate

    Adult Services Certificate, 2010-11

    Des Moines Area Community College 🇺🇸 Des Moines, United States

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  19. Major

    Community Service & Policy (Major)

    Austin College. Sherman, Texas 🇺🇸 Sherman, United States

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  20. Scholarship

    College of Health and Human Services Scholarships

    Bowling Green State University 🇺🇸 Bowling Green, United States

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  21. Other programmes

    CNC Machining and Manufacturing (Career Training Program Skilled Trades)

    Lincoln Technical Institute 🇺🇸 United States

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  22. Bachelor

    Advanced Start Bachelor of Science in Human Services

    Kaplan University–Cedar Falls 🇺🇸 Cedar Falls, 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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