Economics BA

The Economics major is designed to provide a strong foundation in economic theory and quantitative methods while also allowing students to explore various subfields that characterize the modern economy. With an emphasis on the economic theory that underpins economic behavior and market dynamics, students in the program will engage in understanding the roles of the government and the private sectors in economics as well as how to use analytic tools for analyzing data and making forecasts about economic conditions.

The major promotes civic values and leadership, fostering a commitment to social responsibility alongside economic studies. This focus empowers students to develop a framework for making decisions that considers both economic efficiency and social welfare to better the world. Students also benefit from access to world-class faculty and to numerous seminars and workshops featuring leading scholars and practitioners. Through its academic rigor, research opportunities, and practical experience, graduates of the economics major are well-suited for careers in finance, consulting, government, nonprofit, and research.