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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. Bachelor

    BA in Spanish-Economics

    University of Illinois at Chicago 🇺🇸 Chicago, Urbana-Champaign, Springfield, United States

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  2. Other programmes

    Caterpillar Dealer Service Technician

    North Dakota State College of Science 🇺🇸 Wahpeton, North Dakota, United States

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  3. Bachelor

    Child and Family Services, B.A.

    Purdue University Calumet 🇺🇸 Hammond, United States

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  4. Teacher training

    College of Education and Human Services Undeclared (Undecided)

    Southern Illinois University Carbondale 🇺🇸 Carbondale, Illinois, United States

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  6. Undergraduate

    Economics (EC) (Undergraduate)

    Wagner College 🇺🇸 Staten Island, United States

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  7. Minor

    Economics (minor)

    Charleston Southern University 🇺🇸 Charleston, United States

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  8. Minor

    Economics (Minor)

    Quinnipiac University 🇺🇸 Hamden, United States

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  9. Bachelor

    Economics - BS

    Bowling Green State University 🇺🇸 Bowling Green, United States

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  10. Minor

    Minor in Economics

    National University 🇺🇸 La Jolla, United States

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  11. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science in Human Services (Online Program)

    Walden University 🇺🇸 Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

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  12. Major

    Economics (Major)

    Corllins University 🇺🇸 United States

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  13. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics (PhD)

    University of Miami, Business School 🇺🇸 Miami, United States

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  15. Scholarship

    Ed Jackamonis Community Service Award

    University of Wisconsin, Waukesha 🇺🇸 Waukesha, United States

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  16. Other programmes

    AIFS in Stellenbosch, Summer Service Learning, Stellenbosch, South Africa, Africa (Study abroad)

    Texas Tech University 🇺🇸 Lubbock, United States

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  17. Bachelor

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

    Argosy University - Dallas 🇺🇸 Dallas, United States

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  18. Other programmes

    Child Life Services (Pediatric Specialty)

    Cooper University Hospital 🇺🇸 Camden, United States

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  19. Major

    Economics (Major)

    Trinity College 🇺🇸 Hartford, CT, United States

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  20. Minor

    Economics (Minor)

    Youngstown State University 🇺🇸 Youngstown, United States

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  21. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics (PhD)

    Texas A and M University 🇺🇸 College Station, United States

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  22. Major

    Economics Major

    University of Denver 🇺🇸 Denver, 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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