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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. Associate

    Human Services: Minor, Associate (Undergraduate Major)

    University of Alaska - Fairbanks 🇺🇸 Fairbanks, United States

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  2. Master

    Master of Arts in Economics/Master of Planning (Dornsife College)

    University of Southern California 🇺🇸 Los Angeles, United States

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  3. Major

    Mathematical Economic Analysis (Major)

    Rice University 🇺🇸 Houston, United States

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  4. Minor

    Minor, Economics

    San Jose State University 🇺🇸 San Jose, United States

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  6. Bachelor

    Online - Bachelor of Arts in Psychology - Human Services

    Argosy University - Schaumburg 🇺🇸 Schaumburg, IL, United States

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  7. PhD / Doctorate

    PhD in Human and Social Services (Traditional and Fast Track) (Online Doctoral Program)

    Walden University 🇺🇸 Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

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  8. Certificate

    Regulatory Economics,Albany, University at, Certificate

    State University of New York (SUNY) 🇺🇸 Albany,New York, United States

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  9. Certificate

    Certificate, Basic Human Services

    Aiken Technical College 🇺🇸 Aiken, United States

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  10. Other programmes

    Economics

    The Catholic University of America 🇺🇸 Washington, United States

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  11. Major

    Economics (Major)

    Drew University 🇺🇸 Madison, United States

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  12. Master

    Economics (Masters)

    Albany University 🇺🇸 Albany, United States

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  13. Minor

    Economics (Minor)

    University of California, Irvine 🇺🇸 Irvine, United States

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  15. Minor

    Economics (Minor)

    University of Texas-Pan American, Business School 🇺🇸 Edinburg, United States

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  16. Minor

    Economics (Minor)

    Loyola University Maryland 🇺🇸 Baltimore, Maryland, United States

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  17. Minor

    Economics Minor

    Northeastern State University 🇺🇸 Tahlequah, United States

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  18. Specialisation

    Economics with Systems Analysis Specialization

    Southern Methodist University 🇺🇸 Dallas, United States

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  19. Specialisation

    Economía con especialización en análisis de sistemas (Undergraduate)

    Southern Methodist University 🇺🇸 Dallas, United States

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  20. Major

    Wellness, Exercise Science & Leisure Services (Major)

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

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  21. Bachelor

    Behavioral and Health Services - (B.S.) (Online Degree)

    Philadelphia University 🇺🇸 Philadelphia, United States

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  22. Master

    Concentration Objectives: Child and Family Services (Master of Social Work)

    Asbury University 🇺🇸 Wilmore, 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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