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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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    Economics

    Contra Costa College 🇺🇸 San Pablo, California, United States

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  2. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics (Doctoral Program)

    Vanderbilt University 🇺🇸 Nashville, United States

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  3. Undergraduate

    Economics (Undergraduate) (Online Course)

    Angelo State University 🇺🇸 San Angelo, United States

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  4. Associate

    Mental Health and Human Services (Associate)

    Kingsborough Community College 🇺🇸 Brooklyn, United States

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  6. Certificate

    Building Trades (Certificate)

    North Iowa Area Community College (NIACC) 🇺🇸 Mason City, United States

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  7. Major

    Economics (Major)

    Elmhurst College 🇺🇸 Elmhurst, United States

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  8. Other programmes

    Applied Economics

    Ithaca College 🇺🇸 Ithaca, United States

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  9. Associate

    Associate of Applied Science in Human Services

    Kaplan University, Milwaukee Campus 🇺🇸 Milwaukee, United States

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  10. Certificate

    Community Economic Development (Certificate)

    Chicago State University 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States

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  11. Associate

    Economics (Associate)

    College of Lake County 🇺🇸 Grayslake,Illinois, United States

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  12. Major

    Economics (Major)

    Old Dominion University 🇺🇸 Norfolk, United States

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  13. Major

    Economics (Major)

    Southern Methodist University 🇺🇸 Dallas, United States

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  15. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics, Ph.D./Statistics, M.A. (Dual Degree Program)

    University of Michigan 🇺🇸 Ann Arbor, United States

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  16. Undergraduate

    Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic, A.S. (Undergraduate)

    Purdue University Calumet 🇺🇸 Hammond, United States

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  17. Master

    Ethics and Public Service (Liberal Studies) (Masters)

    North Central College 🇺🇸 Naperville, United States

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  18. Master

    Master of Science in Human Services (MS)

    Argosy University - Inland Empire Campus 🇺🇸 Ontario, California, United States

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  19. Associate

    Associate and Associate of Applied Science in Medical Assisting Services

    Herzing University New Orleans 🇺🇸 Kenner, United States

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  20. Associate

    Auto Tech Service (Associate)

    Broward College 🇺🇸 Ft. Lauderdale, United States

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  21. Certificate

    Children, Youth, and Family Services (Undergraduate Certificate)

    Pennsylvania State University World Campus 🇺🇸 University Park, United States

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  22. Associate

    Economics (Associate)

    Bismarck State College 🇺🇸 Bismarck, 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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