Bachelor in Economics (Bachelor's)

Tuition is Tuition for the 2024-2025 academic year is $32,500 per year for full-time undergraduate students..

This programme is designed for students interested in understanding decision-making at individual and societal levels. It focuses on microeconomic and macroeconomic principles through analytical tools and real-world applications. Students develop skills in business writing, technical terminology, and problem-solving. The curriculum emphasizes interdisciplinary connections with courses in law, policy, and development.

Focus areas include antitrust law, environmental policy, economic development, international economics, savings and investment, GDP measures of household income.

The programme requires a total of 120 credits, including core economics courses, liberal arts requirements, and electives in specialized topics. Students complete a capstone honors thesis as part of the degree.

Graduates enter careers in research, public policy, financial services, consulting, and government, or pursue advanced degrees in economics, law, or business.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Submission of official transcripts and a completed application form is necessary.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, typically completed in four years. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 60% of applicants.

Critical thinking, discussion, research, and practical experience shape the undergraduate curriculum at Oglethorpe. Its Core curriculum challenges students across disciplines, while small classes support close work with professors. Students can learn through laboratories, internships, and self-directed research, including biology projects that build laboratory skills. The university prepares graduates for careers and further study, with alumni working as artists, healthcare professionals, business leaders, advocates, and community leaders.

For almost 200 years, Oglethorpe graduates have contributed to Atlanta and communities beyond Georgia. The university's historic campus sits minutes from internships and cultural experiences across the metropolitan area. Atlanta provides a setting for students to connect classroom learning with professional interests, while campus life includes 16 NCAA Division III athletic teams, performance opportunities, student organizations, and career development.

International students join a close-knit community where faculty know and support students personally. Nearly 60% of students identify as students of color, and the university says all viewpoints and identities are respected. Mental health and student success services provide additional support. Merit scholarships are available, and the Flagship 50 program may make tuition affordable for academically qualified students. New first-year and transfer students attend Orientation and Welcome Weekend before classes begin.