Bachelor in Economics (Bachelor's)

For Bachelor in Economics (Bachelor's), tuition is Tuition for the 2024-2025 academic year is $58,500 per year..

This programme prepares students for careers in economic analysis, policy evaluation, and data-driven decision making. Students study how individuals, firms, and governments make choices using quantitative models and real-world data. The curriculum emphasizes mathematical reasoning, statistical analysis, and critical evaluation of economic theories. It is part of a STEM-designated programme with a strong liberal arts foundation.

Focus areas include Development Economics, Economic Growth, Poverty Traps, Latin American Economic Development, Advanced Econometrics, Economic Development.

The Bachelor of Arts in Economics requires 120 credits, with 36 credits in economics courses, including core theory, econometrics, and electives. Students complete a capstone project in their senior year.

Graduates pursue roles as economic analysts, policy researchers, data analysts, and consultants in government, non-profits, and private sector organizations.

Applicants must submit high school transcripts, standardized test scores, and a personal statement. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is recommended. Early Decision applicants must apply by November 1.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, four-year programme. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 63% of applicants.

Lawrence University brings together a College of Liberal Arts & Sciences and a Conservatory of Music. Students can pursue majors, minors, pre-professional and cooperative programs, as well as interdisciplinary areas. The academic portfolio includes anthropology, art history, biochemistry, biology, business and entrepreneurship, and many instrument programs. Learning may include collaborative research, hands-on experiments, fieldwork, individualized study, studio classes, and performance experiences. Liberal arts courses, musical education, and undergraduate research provide several ways to shape a degree.

Appleton provides the setting for a residential campus in the Fox Cities. Lawrence has 1,500 fellow classmates, and students travel from 50 countries. The surrounding area offers 28 public parks to visit. Campus life includes residence halls, themed communities, apartment-style and group housing, shared spaces, dining facilities, athletics, performances, traditions, wellness resources, and more than 100 student organizations and activities.

International students can meet people through residence halls, ensembles, organizations, athletics, service, and campus events. Housing resources cover move-in dates, room selection, meal plans, accommodations, packing, and shipping to campus. Applicants can use the Lawrence Application, Common Application, or Coalition on Scoir. ACT and SAT scores are optional for admission and scholarship consideration. Conservatory applicants complete additional application and audition requirements. Every student receives an academic scholarship.