How I changed my major (and why I’m glad I did)
May 11, 2020
One student describes how she found her way from one major to a completely different major at Colorado State, and gives advice for others pondering changes.
Economics Major
Discover the intricacies of how the world works using combining rigorous analytical tools with social issues of equity and sustainability.
At a glance
An Economics degree provides a rigorous analysis of a wide range of real-world problems, such as poverty, inflation, unemployment, pollution, crime, taxes, finance, inequality, economic growth and more. You’ll get an education in economic theory and practical application, as well as a strong liberal arts curriculum that includes arts and humanities, social and natural sciences, advanced composition, and statistics. This well-rounded degree provides the skills needed to analyze problems, generate and test ideas, and develop effective communication and quantitative skills.
| Degree type | Bachelor of Arts | |||
| Format | On campus and online | |||
| Part of | College of Liberal Arts | |||
| Competitive major? | No | |||
| Accelerated option? | Yes |
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Some Career Options
Economics provides you with a broad academic background and critical thinking skills suitable to many fields: education, research, business, government, nonprofit, environmental conversation, international relations, and more.
- Stock Broker
- Financial Analyst/Economic Forecaster
- Pension Funds Administrator
- Foreign Trade Analyst/Public Policy Analyst
- Regional/Urban Planner
- Foreign Service Officer
- International Aid Organization Analyst
- Public Relations/Media Planner
- Contract Administrator
- Systems Evaluator
- Finance Manager
Tour and info session options
Tours may be available as part of Admissions tours and info sessions, offered throughout the year.
For additional opportunities, please reach out to:
College of Liberal Arts recruiter at CLA_Recruitment@colostate.edu or (970) 821-5276 (Text friendly. Please include your/the student’s full name in the message.)
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Want a more in-depth look at this major? Take a look at the program website to learn more.