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Economics

College of Earth, Life, and Health Sciences

Economics trains students in economic analysis and the functioning of economic institutions. The program emphasizes public economic policy, both domestic and international. Students learn how to critically analyze current business and policy issues in areas such as finance and banking, environmental economics, international trade and economic development.

  • Students are able to work closely with one another, or with our award-winning faculty as a research or teaching assistant
  • The economics lab is a great resource for students who need a place to work on group projects with classmates or meet with an instructor
  • Hands-on experience early in your program
  • Close interaction with faculty/small class sizes
  • International reputation for excellence in resource and environmental economics
  • Course credit available for summer internship programs — undergraduate students have worked with businesses and communities; wind-energy engineers; town officials on a tourism survey; and environmental and health agencies looking to protect infant health
  • Diversity of programs
  • 4 + 1 degree option allows undergraduate students to accelerate their plans by beginning their graduate degree while still an undergrad