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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. Major

    Sociology - Human Services (Major)

    University of Central Oklahoma 🇺🇸 Edmond, United States

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  2. Other programmes

    Appraisal of Machinery and Equipment for Property Tax Purposes (Online Course)

    American River College 🇺🇸 Sacramento, California, United States

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  3. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics (Doctoral Degree Program)

    Florida State University 🇺🇸 Tallahassee, United States

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  4. Associate

    Emergency Medical Services (Associate)

    Purdue University Calumet Campus 🇺🇸 Hammond, United States

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  6. Certificate

    Emergency Medical Services (Certificate)

    BridgeValley Community and Technical College 🇺🇸 Institute, United States

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  7. Bachelor

    Financial Economics, BA

    Western Washington University 🇺🇸 Bellingham, United States

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  8. Major

    Financial Services Operations and Systems (Major)

    University of Tampa 🇺🇸 Tampa, United States

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  9. Associate

    Industrial Trades Technology, ATS, Associate, Trumbull

    Kent State University 🇺🇸 Kent, United States

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  10. Master

    International Public Service (M.S.)

    DePaul University 🇺🇸 Chicago, United States

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  11. Master

    Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with School Nurse Services Credential (SNCSC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)

    Azusa Pacific University 🇺🇸 Azusa, California, United States

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  12. Major

    Philosophy, Politics and Economics (Major)

    Pomona College 🇺🇸 Claremont, United States

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  13. Other programmes

    Services Credentials

    Point Loma Nazarene University 🇺🇸 San Diego, United States

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  15. Certificate

    Steering and Suspension Service (Certificate)

    Copper Mountain College 🇺🇸 Joshua Tree, California, United States

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  16. Major

    Dietetics (Major) (Healthcare Services)

    Purdue University 🇺🇸 West Lafayette, United States

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  17. Major

    Economics (Major)

    Augustana College, Sioux Falls South Dakota 🇺🇸 Sioux Falls, United States

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  18. Associate

    Economics, AA (Bakersfield College)

    Kern Community College District 🇺🇸 California, United States

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  19. Master

    Economics, Master of Arts (M.A.), Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Foggy Bottom - Main Campus, Full-Time, Part-Time

    George Washington University 🇺🇸 Washington, United States

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  20. Other programmes

    Food Service Production

    Moraine Park Technical College 🇺🇸 Fond du Lac, United States

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  21. Major

    Funeral Service (Major)

    University of Central Oklahoma 🇺🇸 Edmond, United States

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  22. Major

    Human Services (Major)

    Corllins University 🇺🇸 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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