120 credits
Previous college credits must be transferred into the program
$476 per credit
Varies based on intensity of study and previous coursework
Bachelor of Arts in Economics
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Download PDFStudents often wonder, "what can I do with an economics degree?" Whether it's career preparation, intellectual curiosity, or political change that drives you, economics has something to offer.
According to the Wall Street Journal and PayScale Inc., economics majors, on average, start at a higher salary than most other liberal arts, and even business degrees:
| Computer Science | $55,900 |
| Civil Engineering | $53,900 |
| Economics | $50,100 |
| Management Information Systems | $49,200 |
| Finance | $47,900 |
| Accounting | $46,000 |
| Math | $45,400 |
| Business Management | $43,000 |
| Agriculture | $42,600 |
| Marketing | $40,800 |
| Political Science | $40,800 |
| History | $39,200 |
| Communications | $38,100 |
| English | $38,000 |
| Sociology | $36,500 |
| Journalism | $35,600 |
Additionally, a major in economics sends a message to prospective employers that you:
Because the state of our economy impacts every area of business, as someone who is able to understand and interpret it, you'll find job opportunity in virtually any industry. Examples include:
Interdisciplinary Liberal Arts (B.A.)
On-campus option
The College of Liberal Arts also offers a Bachelor of Arts in Economics that can be completed on campus in Fort Collins, CO.