Bachelor in Economics

The University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls is a public university with deep strengths in teacher education, business and the arts. Founded in 1876, UNI serves a mid-sized student community with programs designed to combine classroom learning and practical experience. The campus culture emphasizes hands-on training, community engagement and sustainability, offering a welcoming environment for both domestic and international students.

UNI is particularly recognized for its education programs, which prepare graduates to enter classrooms with strong pedagogical skills and field experience. The business offerings include accredited curricula with an emphasis on entrepreneurship and applied learning, while the arts programs provide extensive performance and studio opportunities. Across disciplines, faculty focus on experiential projects and internships that help students build professional portfolios and employable skills.

Students at UNI benefit from a supportive campus with active student organizations, service-learning initiatives and sustainability commitments. Career services and alumni networks help secure internships and full-time roles after graduation, and the university encourages community partnerships that enhance learning. For students who value teacher training, practical business education or immersive arts practice in a friendly collegiate setting, UNI offers a balanced and student-centered pathway to professional growth.

The Bachelor in Economics is for high school graduates who want to earn a degree in economics. This four-year program helps students understand economic systems and develop strong analytical skills.

The curriculum covers microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics, with hands-on components like data analysis and research projects. Students learn to collect and analyze data, and develop problem-solving skills.

Graduates can pursue careers as economic analysts, financial examiners, budget analysts, or policy analysts, working in government agencies, banks, or private companies like the Federal Reserve or Goldman Sachs.