The Bachelor of Arts in Economics at Eckerd College is designed for intellectually curious students eager to understand the complex forces that shape markets, societies, and global development. You will explore core economic principles, from price theory and market structures to macro-level policy and international trade, gaining the analytical tools to dissect contemporary challenges like environmental sustainability, poverty, and public health. This undergraduate degree provides a robust foundation in microeconomics and macroeconomics, preparing you to critically evaluate economic issues and their societal impact.
You will study this programme full-time on campus over four years, engaging with a curriculum that balances theoretical depth with practical application. Through courses like Introductory Microeconomics of the Environment, Global Health, Poverty & EconDev, and Econometrics, you will develop skills in data analysis and policy evaluation. In your final year, you have the opportunity to undertake a senior thesis, applying your accumulated knowledge to a research question of your choice. You will graduate with a versatile skill set, ready for careers in finance, public policy, international development, or further graduate study.