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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.

171Bachelor's Degree
HS Humboldt State University logo
#384 in United States United States

Economics, B.A.

Humboldt State University — The Bachelor of Arts in Economics at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona provides a comprehensive understanding of economic principles, theories, and their pra...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics
172Bachelor's Degree
IS Illinois State University logo
#386 in United States United States

Economics

Illinois State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Economics at Illinois State University provides a comprehensive exploration of economic theory, quantitative methods, and real-world applications...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
173Bachelor's Degree
SJ San Jose State University logo
#388 in United States United States

Economics

San Jose State University — The Bachelor of Science in Economics at San Jose State University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of economic theory and practices. This program cove...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics
174Bachelor's Degree
UN University of Nebraska, Omaha logo
#390 in United States United States

Economics, Bachelor of Arts

University of Nebraska, Omaha — The Bachelor of Arts in Economics at the University of Nebraska, Omaha provides a comprehensive overview of economic theories and practices, preparing students for a vari...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
176Bachelor's Degree
UN University of Nebraska, Omaha logo
#390 in United States United States

Economics, Bachelor of Science

University of Nebraska, Omaha — The Bachelor of Science in Economics at the University of Nebraska, Omaha provides students with a comprehensive understanding of economic theory, quantitative analysis,...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
181PhD / Doctorate
SU Southern University and A&M College logo
#403 in United States United States

Ph.D. in Public Policy

Southern University and A&M College — The Ph.D. in Public Policy program at Southern University and A & M College is designed for those who aspire to engage in high-level research, policy analysis, and academ...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
4–6 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Economics & Public Policy
182PhD / Doctorate
SU Southern University and A&M College logo
#403 in United States United States

Ph.D. in Public Policy

Southern University and A&M College — The Ph.D. in Public Policy at Southern University and A&M College is designed to equip students with the analytical tools and theoretical frameworks necessary to address...

PhD / DoctorateLevel
4–6 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
FallIntake
Economics & Public Policy
183Bachelor's Degree
UT University of Tulsa logo
#404 in United States United States

Economics

University of Tulsa — The Bachelor's degree in Economics at the University of Tulsa equips students with a solid understanding of economic theories and principles. This course delves into micr...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
184Bachelor's Degree
TC Texas Christian University logo
#406 in United States United States

Economics

Texas Christian University — Course OverviewThe Bachelor's Degree in Economics at Texas Christian University offers a comprehensive study of how economies operate and the factors that influence econo...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
185Bachelor's Degree
WU Wesleyan University logo
#408 in United States United States

Economics

Wesleyan University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Economics at Wesleyan University offers a comprehensive exploration of economic theory and its applications. Students delve into key concepts suc...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics
186Bachelor's Degree
WU Wesleyan University logo
#408 in United States United States

Government

Wesleyan University — The Bachelor's degree in Government at Wesleyan University offers a comprehensive exploration of political structures, processes, and theories both in the United States a...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Economics & Public Policy
190Program
CS California State University, Northridge logo
#422 in United States United States

Civic and Community Engagement

California State University, Northridge — The Civic and Community Engagement degree at California State University-Northridge enables students to explore the fundamentals of community dynamics and social responsi...

Level
Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Public Policy

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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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