Bachelor in Economics

The College of Staten Island (CSI), part of the CUNY system in New York, offers accessible, career-focused education across liberal arts, sciences, engineering, business and health disciplines. Founded in 1976, CSI serves a diverse student body with a commitment to affordability and academic quality. The campus combines modern facilities with programs designed to support student success, research and community engagement within the New York metropolitan area.

CSI emphasizes experiential learning, offering internships, research opportunities and partnerships that connect classroom study with professional experience. Faculty are engaged in teaching and applied scholarship, and small to mid-sized class formats support personalized attention. Students benefit from campus resources that include labs, libraries and career services aimed at preparing graduates for the workforce or advanced study.

International students receive targeted support for admissions, housing and acclimating to life in New York. The Staten Island setting provides quieter residential surroundings while remaining close to the city’s cultural and employment opportunities. For students seeking an affordable, student-centered college with diverse programs and practical pathways to careers, the College of Staten Island presents a strong, community-oriented option.

The Bachelor in Economics program is for students who want to study economics and its applications. This bachelor degree takes several years to complete and is taught in English.

The curriculum covers subjects like microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics, and helps students develop skills in data analysis, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Students can also take graduate courses in business management to substitute for elective requirements.

Graduates of this program can become Economic Analysts, Financial Analysts, Policy Analysts, or Business Development Managers. They can work in industries like finance, government, or consulting, for employers such as the Federal Reserve or private banks.