This page gives an abridged version of the catalog description of the economics undergraduate program. For a current schedule of courses, click here.  

An Abridged Catalog Description of the Economics Undergraduate Degree Programs

Economics studies the allocation of scarce resources; the way that individuals, groups, governments, and businesses make choices; and the consequences of those choices for people, nations, and society. To learn more about economics as a field of study for undergraduates, visit the American Economic Association. 

Majors and Specializations

The Department offers three majors:

• Economics
• Business Economics
• Quantitative Economics

Students may complete only one major in economics. A specialization in International Issues and Economics is available to students in all three majors. The Honors Program is open to high-achieving students in all three majors. For the Department of Economics General Catalogue, click here.

Director of the Undergraduate Program

Brian Jenkins
Social Science Plaza A, Room 3133