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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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    AAS Financial Support Services

    Bryant & Stratton College, Bayshore Campus 🇺🇸 Glendale, United States

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  2. Bachelor

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

    Argosy University - Washington DC 🇺🇸 Arlington, United States

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  3. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science in Human Services

    University of Wisconsin Manitowoc 🇺🇸 Manitowoc, United States

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  4. Bachelor

    Bachelor of Science, Human Services Online, Adult Nontraditional Programs

    University of Wisconsin Oshkosh 🇺🇸 Oshkosh, United States

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  6. Major

    Economics (Major)

    University of California, Irvine 🇺🇸 Irvine, United States

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  7. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics Ph.D.

    University of Minnesota 🇺🇸 Minneapolis, United States

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  8. Other programmes

    Emergency Medical Services

    Allan Hancock College 🇺🇸 Santa Maria, California, United States

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  9. Major

    Health and Human Services (Major)

    Dakota County Technical College 🇺🇸 Rosemount, United States

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  10. Other programmes

    Hospitality Services (Hospitality Service)

    Arkansas State University - Newport, Jonesboro 🇺🇸 Jonesboro, Arkansas, United States

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  11. Graduate

    International Taxation (Graduate)

    University of Florida 🇺🇸 Gainesville, United States

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  12. Master

    J.D./LL.M. in Taxation

    New York University 🇺🇸 New York, United States

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  13. Master

    M.S. in Taxation (Blended Learning)

    Long Island University, C.W. Post Campus 🇺🇸 Brookville, Brookville, Brooklyn, United States

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  15. PhD / Doctorate

    PhD in Health Services (Online Doctoral Program)

    Walden University 🇺🇸 Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

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  16. Other programmes

    Student Financial Services

    Wilmington University 🇺🇸 Georgetown, New Castle, Burlington, Salem, Cumberland, Rehoboth Beach, Claymont, Middletown, Dover, Dover Air Force Base, Graduate Center, United States

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  17. Master

    Taxation/Financial Planning, MS

    Widener University 🇺🇸 Chester, United States

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  18. Graduate

    Applied Economics (Graduate)

    Auburn University, College of Agriculture 🇺🇸 Auburn, United States

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  19. Certificate

    Certificate in Tax Law

    St. Thomas University 🇺🇸 Miami Gardens, Florida, United States

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  20. Master

    Dual MS in Economics and Finance

    University of Wyoming, College of Business 🇺🇸 Laramie, United States

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  21. Bachelor

    Economics (Bachelor)

    Webster University 🇺🇸 St Louis, United States

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  22. Minor

    Economics (ECON and BLAW) (Minor)

    University of Wisconsin - River Falls 🇺🇸 River 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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