Overview

Successful graduates of the Economics program of the University of Colorado at Boulder are well-equipped to perform economic analysis in most commercial and policy settings, and to continue on to graduate school.

Special Emphasis Options

Environmental and Natural Resources Emphasis

The environmental and natural resources emphasis is designed for economics majors who are considering careers in fields requiring a thorough understanding of a broad range of issues associated with business practices and public policies addressing natural resource use and environmental quality, including environmental regulation and compliance: energy production and consumption, development of energy transportation, urban, rural and regional infrastructures.

International Emphasis

The international emphasis is designed for students who have an interest in courses with an international perspective both within economics and outside the department. Courses in international trade and finance are combined with selections of international courses in related social science disciplines. This program may be of particular interest to students seeking careers in international business, international organizations, nongovernmental organizations and government agencies.

Public Policy Emphasis

The public policy emphasis is designed for students who have an interest in taking courses with a public policy perspective both within economics and outside the department. Courses in public economics are combined with selections of public policy oriented courses from various social sciences. This emphasis is recommended for students with interests in public policy seeking careers in local, state, national or international agencies.

Quantitative Emphasis

The quantitative emphasis is designed for well-qualified majors with an interest in theoretical and/or applied mathematics. Economics courses in quantitative methods are combined with courses from the Department of Mathematics and the Department of Applied Mathematics. This program may be of interest to students planning to pursue graduate studies in economics or those seeking a career in applied quantitative research.

Learning Outcomes

The undergraduate degree in economics emphasizes six preferred learning outcomes:

Students will demonstrate knowledge of microeconomic theory tools.
Students will demonstrate knowledge of macroeconomic theory tools.
Students will demonstrate knowledge of statistical analysis tools.
Students will apply economic tools to new contexts such as poliy analysis and discussion of world events.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Principles of Microeconomics

Principles of Macroeconomics

Statistics with Computer Applications

Econometrics

Mathematical Tools for Economists

Calculus for Economics and the Social Sciences

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

121 SCH

121-125

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Boulder, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application

Application fee ($65 for domestic applicants, $70 for international applicants

Personal Essay (required, 250–650 words)

Letter of recommendation

High school or secondary school transcripts

In addition to the general admission requirements, all international applicants are required to meet a minimum standard of English proficiency.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

46848 USD / year

≈ 46848 USD / year
Out-of-State

44748 USD / year

≈ 44748 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

14606 USD / year

≈ 14606 USD / year

Living costs

Boulder

United States

950 - 1350 USD / month

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