All economics majors must study a substantial core of economic theory and mathematical and statistical methods, and then choose among a wide variety of upper-division electives.

Study and Research Opportunities

  • B.A. in economics, combined B.A. undergraduate major available in economics/mathematics, M.S. in applied economics and finance, and Ph.D. in economics
  • Opportunities for students to take some elective courses for the major at foreign universities through the UC Education Abroad Program (EAP)
  • The possibility of undertaking joint research with economics faculty (particularly in the area of experimental research)
  • The Economics Field-Study Program offers internships supervised by faculty sponsors and on-site mentors.