Economics

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Robert Lynch, Chair
William Smith Hall 338, ext. 7163

The department encourages activities outside the classroom by helping interested individuals find suitable projects and programs whether they be independent studies, cooperative research projects, study abroad, or internships. In many cases, upper-level academic credit may be earned through these activities.

Economics majors who wish to earn a secondary teaching certificate in social studies should inform the Economics and Education Departments as early as possible in their college careers to assure proper scheduling.

Major Requirements: ECN 111, 112, 211, 212, and either ECN 215 or MAT 109, and five upper-level economics courses.

Minor Requirements: For a minor in economics, students must complete ECN 111 and ECN 112, plus four upper-level courses excluding ECN 215.

Senior Capstone Experience: The Senior Capstone Experience in economics can take the form of a senior thesis or comprehensive exams. In the case of the thesis, students are required to begin their research in the spring semester of the junior year and submit a thesis proposal in September of the senior year. Students who choose to take the comprehensive exams instead must pass the microeconomics, macroeconomics, and field exams. For both the thesis and the exams, students will receive either Honors, Pass, or Fail.

Typical Course Tracks

After completing the core courses, majors generally branch into one of several tracks; however, individuals may consult with their adviser and pick a set of courses that better reflect their interests.

*Courses in a related discipline are recommended but not required.