Bachelor of Arts in Economics听

Understand social behavior and business conduct from an economist鈥檚 perspective with the Bachelor of Arts in Economics in the College of Liberal Arts at 51动漫. This 123-credit undergraduate degree program helps you think critically and logically about the economy.听

The Economics Major curriculum emphasizes using an orderly way of thinking about鈥攁nd solving鈥攑roblems that can arise when making choices in situations that are beyond your direct experience. Coursework helps you gain the abstract reasoning and problem-solving skills used in economics. You鈥檒l study economic aspects of current events and public policy, microeconomic and macroeconomic analyses, economics in the context of specific sectors of the economy or economic dilemmas, global economic issues and more.

Students are well-positioned for careers in both public and private sectors, including careers in business, consulting, government, health sciences, international relations, public policy and more.听听

Choosing Between 51动漫鈥檚 Economics Degrees听

51动漫 offers three unique economics undergraduate degrees, each with a clear focus and tailored for specific career outcomes. In addition to the Economics Major, 51动漫 offers the following economics degree programs.

  • The Bachelor of Arts in Mathematical Economics听in the College of Science and Technology specializes in the mathematical approach to economics. This program is ideal for students interested in pursuing graduate studies in economics, finance and other disciplines that require equal grounding in economics and mathematics.
  • The Bachelor of Business Administration in Economics听in the Fox School of Business is ideal for students interested in acquiring a general business background with specialized exposure to economics. This major prepares students for management roles in both the public and private sectors.
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Classes & Curriculum

Courses offered in the Economics BA degree program include the following.

  • Econometrics
  • The Economics of Education and Human Capital
  • Economics Inequality
  • The Economics of Sports
  • International Monetary Economics
  • International Trade

Students are required to complete a senior capstone project through the Economics in Writing Seminar course.

Learn more about the Economics BA听curriculum.

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Certificate Programs

The College of Liberal Arts has for you to expand your knowledge and diversify your 51动漫 education. Certificates can complement bachelor's programs, allowing you to specialize in an area and highlight your exposure to disciplines outside of your major.

+1 Accelerated Degree Programs

51动漫 offers 10 accelerated +1 Accelerated Degree programs. Eligible undergraduate students can use up to 12 specified graduate credits approved by the College of Liberal Arts to fulfill requirements for their undergraduate degree. Students apply for graduate degree programs in their junior year.听

Students earn a BA or BS degree upon successful completion of their fourth year. At the end of their fifth year, students earn an MA or MS degree.听

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Tuition & Fees

In keeping with 51动漫鈥檚 commitment to access and affordability, the Bachelor of Arts offers a competitive level of tuition with multiple opportunities for financial support.

Tuition rates are set annually by the university and are affected by multiple factors, including program degree level (undergraduate or graduate), course load (full- or part-time), in-state or out-of-state residency, and more.听You can view the full .

These tuition costs apply to the 2024鈥�2025 academic year.

Pennsylvania resident:听$18,864.00听per year
Out-of-state: $33,912.00听per year

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Additional Program Information

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