The official name of this concentration is changing to Mathematics-Economics in 2013 – 14. Emphasis is on the abstract theory itself. Like the Applied Math – Economics concentration, this concentration can also prepare a student to go on to the study of economics at the graduate level. Concentrators up to and including the class of 2015 are urged to write an honors thesis or engage in a capstone research project. 

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With its talented and motivated student body and accomplished faculty, Brown is a leading research university that maintains a particular commitment to exceptional undergraduate instruction.