Overview

The Arts and Sciences curriculum in the Department of Economics from Fairfield University blends basic economic concepts and applications with contemporary issues to develop students’ analytical abilities and prepare them for careers as economists, analysts, and upper-level managers in both the private and public sectors. Led by a devoted faculty, students challenge economic theories while using advanced technology and utilize economic principles to stimulate their powers of interpretation, synthesis, and understanding.

About this Degree

Students are given the freedom to track courses that lead to either a BS in Quantitative Economics or BA in Economics and are encouraged to work with their academic advisor to tailor their study toward their personal career and enrichment goals. The BA and BS degrees differ in the level of emphasis placed on quantitative analytical techniques. The BS degree has greater emphasis on acquiring quantitative skills to analyze data. The BA degree has greater emphasis on using qualitative and/or quantitative models to interpret the impact of public policy choices.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Microeconomics

Macroeconomics

Economic Statistics

Econometrics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Fairfield, 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

Completed Common Application
Official secondary school transcript
Secondary school report form completed by your college counselor
Personal statement (Common Application Essay)
$60 application fee or official fee waiver
SAT or ACT results (If you choose to submit them). Refer to our Standardized Test Optional Policy for more details.
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is highly recommended if you have resided in the U.S. for fewer than three years and English is not your native language
Interviews are not required, but they are a great way to demonstrate your interest in the University, as well as get any and all questions answered.

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

59460 USD / year

≈ 59460 USD / year
Out-of-State

59460 USD / year

≈ 59460 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

59460 USD / year

≈ 59460 USD / year

Living costs

Fairfield

United States

1736 - 2740 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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About this Degree

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Fairfield

Funding

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