The General Economics (B.S.) at Illinois State University provides you with a robust understanding of economic principles and their application to real-world challenges, preparing you for diverse career paths or further academic study. This undergraduate degree is ideal for students eager to develop critical analytical skills, learn to conduct mathematical and statistical analysis, and effectively use data to address complex issues. You will explore core economic theories and methodologies, gaining the intellectual framework necessary to navigate and contribute to the economic landscape.
This full-time, on-campus program is structured over four years, requiring a minimum of 120 credit hours, including 40 senior-level hours. Throughout your studies, you will engage with coursework that builds from foundational principles to advanced topics, including opportunities to delve into senior-level economics electives and a capstone ECO 300 course in your final semester. You will graduate from Illinois State University with a comprehensive skill set in economic analysis, quantitative reasoning, and problem-solving, ready to pursue careers in finance, policy, research, or graduate-level education.