Economics, BA
Earn a BA in Economics and make a positive social impact. Learn economic concepts and statistical methods, analyze data, and address economic issues for a more equitable world.
About this Program
Contributing to a Better Society with Economics
Studying economics will help you understand the behavior of individuals and organizations. With a command of economic concepts and statistical methods, you will analyze the implications of policies designed to improve efficiency or equity.
In your classes, you’ll develop your analytical, quantitative, critical thinking, and communication skills to explore economics on a local, national, and global scale.
Our Jesuit, Catholic approach means you’ll be learning about economics with a strong consideration for ethics, social justice, and equity.
Choose Seattle University’s economics program, and you’ll graduate with what you need to make a meaningful social impact wherever your career takes you.
Explore Economics
Learn more about the subject of economics and why you might choose to study this far-reaching field.
Top 5% World Business Schools & AACSB accredited
Albers School of Business and Economics
Placement Rate
For graduates of Albers School of Business and Economics
$70,000
Average starting salary for business majors
Meaningful Connections
Connected to Seattle’s Best Jobs
There’s no better place to learn about economics than at the Albers School of Business and Economics. Our strong connections to the best companies in Seattle open doors and create opportunities for all our students. The Albers Career Center connects you to the mentors and resources for the current job market.
Real-World Experience That Makes a Difference
Hands-on classes feature projects that connect you to our vibrant neighborhood and the broader city of Seattle. We have one elective that includes a service learning project. You’ll see right away how your skills can make an impact on the businesses and communities in Seattle. If you want to be part of changing the world through economics, you’re in the right place.
Studying Support
Economics tutors are here to help you master economics concepts so you can get the most out of your classes. The Economics Lab is a free service to help you catch up or get ahead in class.
Economics Advisory Board: Strong Seattle Network, Cutting-Edge Coursework
In your classes, you’ll get hands-on experience through projects that develop the professional skills new graduates need. How do we know? The department's advisory board keeps us up-to-date on the abilities and skills employers seek.
The advisory board includes economists from Seattle’s private, public, and nonprofit sectors. With the advisory board, faculty tune into employers' changing needs. Feedback from the advisory board and other professionals inspires our faculty to design assignments that hone the skills most valued by employers.
Our diverse and global city brings important economic issues right to your doorstep. You’ll explore the local and even global impact of economics in Seattle through class projects that make a difference! We have one elective that includes a service learning project.
Popular Careers for Economics Majors
When we study economics, we think about it in two branches: microeconomics and macroeconomics. Your courses cover both, but your career may focus on one more than the other. With your in-depth study of economics, you’ll be equipped to solve important problems in the private, nonprofit, and public sectors.
Or you may decide to go to graduate school in economics or in data analytics, public policy, business, or law.
Your economics major could launch careers in these industries or specialties:
- Economic development
- Consulting
- International business
- Law
- Data analytics
- Insurance
- Public policy
- Finance
- Market research
- Health
Hear From Our Alumni
Erica Natali, '00, BAE
“When I was looking for a school to complete my degree I knew from past experiences that I wanted a school with small classes, passionate teachers, and an excellent Economics program. I found those things in Seattle University along with a dedication to community service and a supportive culture.”
Sr. Financial Manager, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
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For more information about the BA in Economics or Economics minor at Seattle U, contact:
Bridget Hiedemann
Chair, Department of Economics
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