Welcome to the Department of Economics
The study of economics provides students with a compelling framework for understanding the world around them. Economists use simple models to explain decision-making related to markets, investments, schooling, and seemingly non-economic areas like sports, crime, and marriage. They employ careful data analysis to document the outcomes of these decisions, which may include positive outcomes (like economic growth and efficiency) and negative outcomes (like inflation, environmental degradation and inequality).
Students of economics develop critical thinking and technical data analysis skills that are in high demand in the labor market. Our graduates take jobs in finance and banking, business, non-profits and government. They work as financial advisors, mortgage brokers, product managers, economists, forecasters, policy analysts, data visualizers and research assistants. Some pursue advanced degrees in business, law, policy, and economics.
We welcome you to join us!
Recent News
Benjamin Jones named Regents' Lecturer
June 10, 2025
Benjamin Jones has been chosen by the College of Arts & Sciences as one of two 2025-2027 Regents' Lecturers. Dr. Jones will receive a stipend for the ... [Read More]
Economics Ph.D. student, Casey Leek, is a RAND Summer Associate
May 21, 2025
Economics Ph.D. student, Casey Leek, has been accepted to the prestigious RAND Graduate Student Summer Associate Program. RAND is a nonprofit, no ... [Read More]
