Bachelor of Science - Economics

Economists help businesses, nonprofits and government agencies make critical decisions that affect their well-being, bottom line and future development. The ability to perform economic analysis is part of a valuable skill set that lets students influence the world in the ways they find most important. Whether it is improving policy to tackle climate change or improving a business’s performance in the market, an economics major prepares them to have a meaningful impact on the world.

Students will also learn to analyze individual markets and assess the impact public policy has on the economy. They will learn quantitative reasoning and critical thinking skills. They need to examine social and business problems and determine which roles the government and markets should play in solving them.

The economics major gives students the flexibility for opportunities such as studying away, completing an internship, and even double majoring in another area of study. They are also able to participate in a number of dual-degree and accelerated programs, combining the BS in Economics with a JD, MBA, MS in Accounting or MS in Journalism, to name a few.