Endless opportunities with a versatile economics degree Your future starts here The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics defines an education in the liberal arts and sciences as “an approach to learning that involves diverse coursework so students develop a range of knowledge.” In other words, a degree in the liberal arts and sciences does not limit you to a specific career – you are free to pursue endless opportunities, having developed critical thinking, communication, career-readiness and other skills. Degree programs at the Department of Economics prepare you for success in today’s job market.
Economics is one of the top undergraduate degrees of Fortune 500 CEOs and regularly one of the top-paying majors. Economics is one of the most common majors for admitted U.S. law school students, and typically tops the list for high median LSAT scores. Meet with diverse employers through career events and opportunities to connect with alumni. Students gain hands-on experience working closely with faculty within the department as instructional aides, instructional scholars or research assistants.
Career outcomes • Business • Investment • Health care consultant banker
administrator
• Analyst • Lawyer • Environmental researcher • Professor • Policymaker
Alicia L. graduated with a bachelor’s degree in economics. At ASU, she worked as a research assistant at the Center for Health Information and Research and as an Undergraduate Economics Instructional Scholar. Since graduating, she has conducted research examining market failures in health care while pursuing a PhD in economics at the University of Michigan.
Emily S. graduated with her bachelor’s degrees in economics and justice studies. During her time at ASU, she worked as a victims services intern with the Arizona Attorney General’s Office and a policy intern for the Tempe, Arizona, mayor’s office. After graduation, she attended University of Pennsylvania and is now a lawyer in New York.
One amazing opportunity I had at ASU was to work with a professor on the research of water rights and not only is this a pressing issue but it gave me a lot of critical experience....”
Studying economics provided me with a series of tools to ask and answer meaningful questions in both my career and daily life. Additionally, the analytical skills I gained during my degree have been extremely useful in my professional life and allow me to take my career in several directions in the future.”
Adam M. PhD candidate, ASU BS in economics (politics and the economy), BS in innovation in society, BS in mathematics, 2024
Thomas P. Master’s student, ETH Zürich BS in economics, BS in mathematics, BS in Russian, 2022
World-class economics: Excellence in teaching, groundbreaking research in a globally recognized department The Department of Economics is a vibrant and engaging community that fosters critical thinking and encourages innovative solutions to the complex issues of today. The Department of Economics is ranked No. 25 globally.
STEM designation received by the Department of State for extensive use of quantitative skills.
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