Overview

This program at the University of Missouri - Kansas City is designed to help students learn and apply micro and macro economic theories and methods to a variety of social and economic issues, as well as develop critical thinking skills that allow them to challenge some of the “standard” approaches to economic problems.

Quick Facts:

The Economics department is known nationally and internationally for its creative, innovative and interdisciplinary approach to economics, and graduates have gone on to work with investment firms, consulting firms, health-care organizations, real estate companies, banks, government organizations and more.
Working as an economist can be a lucrative career option. The median wage is more than twice the national average for all occupations and higher than occupations in the same category, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Potential careers:

Economist
Financial risk analyst
Policy consultant

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Econometrics
Institutional Economic Theory
Advanced Macroeconomic Analysis
Advanced Microeconomic Analysis
Mathematical Economics
Econometric Methods
Advanced Institutional Theory

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00

More details

fall priority deadline: January 15

Language

English

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Credits

141 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kansas City, United States

Disciplines

Economics View 1476 other Bachelors in Economics in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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General requirements

Academic Records
English Proficiency
Personal Statement
Passport
Statement of Finances
Affidavit of Support
Supplemental Materials
Immigration Documents

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

30258 USD / year

≈ 30258 USD / year
Out-of-State

30258 USD / year

≈ 30258 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

11590 USD / year

≈ 11590 USD / year

Living costs

Kansas City

United States

980 - 1596 USD / month

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

Funding

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