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664 Best Economics & Public Policy Programs in the United States

Across the United States, 405 universities offer 664 Economics & Public Policy programs — most run 4 years. The list starts with courses at Cornell University, University of Chicago and Columbia University.

481Program
UC Ursinus College logo
#1,017 in United States United States

Economics

Ursinus College — The Economics degree at Ursinus College prepares students to understand complex economic systems and the behaviors that drive economic decisions. This program delves into...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
482Bachelor's Degree
SB St. Bonaventure University logo
#1,019 in United States United States

Economics

St. Bonaventure University — The Bachelor's Degree in Economics at St. Bonaventure University offers a comprehensive understanding of economic principles and their practical applications. The curricu...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
484Bachelor's Degree
BC Beloit College logo
#1,026 in United States United States

Economics

Beloit College — The Bachelor's Degree in Economics at Beloit College offers a comprehensive exploration of economic principles, theory, and application. Students delve into various econo...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
485Bachelor's Degree
LU Liberty University logo
#1,027 in United States United States

Philosophy, Politics, & Economics

Liberty University — The Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) at Liberty University offers a comprehensive interdisciplinary approach to understanding the interplay...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
OnlineMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
486Bachelor's Degree
HC Hartwick College logo
#1,034 in United States United States

Economics

Hartwick College — Program OverviewThe Bachelor's Degree in Economics at Hartwick College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of economic theories, principles, and their ap...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
487Program
ES East Stroudsburg State University of Pennsylvania logo
#1,038 in United States United States

Economics

East Stroudsburg State University of Pennsylvania — The Economics degree at East Stroudsburg State University provides students with a robust understanding of economic principles, theories, and practices. The course covers...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
488Bachelor's Degree
ES East Stroudsburg State University of Pennsylvania logo
#1,038 in United States United States

Economics

East Stroudsburg State University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
489Bachelor's Degree
UL University of La Verne logo
#1,041 in United States United States

Economics

University of La Verne — The Bachelor's Degree in Economics at the University of La Verne offers a comprehensive study of economic principles, theories, and applications. Students engage with a d...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics
490Bachelor's Degree
CS California State University Channel Islands logo
#1,047 in United States United States

Economics

California State University Channel Islands — The Bachelor's degree in Economics at California State University-Channel Islands provides a comprehensive understanding of economic theories, principles, and their appli...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
491Bachelor's Degree
HU Hamline University logo
#1,055 in United States United States

Economics

Hamline University — The Bachelor's Degree in Economics at Hamline University offers a comprehensive exploration of economic theories, principles, and applications. This program is designed t...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
492Bachelor's Degree
EC Earlham College logo
#1,056 in United States United States

Economics

Earlham College — The Bachelor's Degree in Economics at Earlham College offers a comprehensive study of the intricate workings of economies, both at a micro and macro level. The curriculum...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
495Bachelor's Degree
LC Linfield College logo
#1,064 in United States United States

Economics

Linfield College — The Bachelor's Degree in Economics at Linfield College offers a comprehensive exploration of economic theories, principles, and applications. This program is designed to...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
496Bachelor's Degree
CC Carthage College logo
#1,065 in United States United States

Economics

Carthage College — The Bachelor's Degree in Economics at Carthage College provides a comprehensive exploration of economic theories, principles, and practices. Students engage with a curric...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
497Program
SM Saint Michael's College logo
#1,067 in United States United States

Economics

Saint Michael's College — Course Overview The Economics degree program at Saint Michael's College offers a comprehensive understanding of economic theory, quantitative analysis, and the policymaki...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
498Bachelor's Degree
SM Saint Michael's College logo
#1,067 in United States United States

Philosophy, Politics, and Economics

Saint Michael's College — The Bachelor's Degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) at Saint Michael's College provides a comprehensive understanding of the intricate relationships betwee...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
499Bachelor's Degree
WC Western Connecticut State University logo
#1,073 in United States United States

Economics

Western Connecticut State University — The Bachelor of Science in Economics at Western Connecticut State University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the economy and the skills necessary...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics
500Bachelor's Degree
NM Northwest Missouri State University logo
#1,074 in United States United States

Economics

Northwest Missouri State University

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
501Bachelor's Degree
NU Northwood University logo
#1,077 in United States United States

Economics

Northwood University — The Bachelor's Degree in Economics at Northwood University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of economic principles and how they apply to real-world sc...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
502Program
CC Coe College logo
#1,082 in United States United States

Economics

Coe College — The Economics degree at Coe College offers a comprehensive study of how individuals, businesses, and governments make choices about resource allocation. The curriculum is...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
503Program
CC Coe College logo
#1,082 in United States United States

International Economics

Coe College — The International Economics degree at Coe College offers students a comprehensive understanding of economic principles on a global scale. This program delves into topics...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
504Bachelor's Degree
AS Agnes Scott College logo
#1,086 in United States United States

Economics

Agnes Scott College — The Bachelor's Degree in Economics at Agnes Scott College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of economic principles and their real-world applications. T...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy

Related subjects

How these courses are ranked

43 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #13 (Cornell University) to #548 (Lehigh University); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: University of Washington is cited most (98,078,141 citations). 7 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Inside the course list

By level: 473 bachelor's, 69 master's, 15 professional and 14 phd / doctorate. Within the subject, the largest areas are Economics & Public Policy (638), Economics (19), Public Policy (5) and Applied Economics (2). The usual length is 4 years and 1–2 years. 95% are full-time and 24 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (96% of courses with a stated intake). Institute for World Politics offers the widest choice, with 14 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Economics & Public Policy in the United States?

Cornell University (QS World #13), University of Chicago (QS World #13) and Columbia University (QS World #14) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Economics & Public Policy in the United States?

Of those with published fees, University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez is the least expensive at about USD 5,274 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does an Economics & Public Policy course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 1–2 years the next most common.

When do Economics & Public Policy courses start in the United States?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Economics & Public Policy online with a university in the United States?

24 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Economics & Public Policy courses in the United States?

Institute for World Politics, with 14, ahead of Metropolitan State College of Denver (8).

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