Part of the social and behavioral sciences in the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, the economics program exposes students to macroeconomics, microeconomics, labor economics, the economics of industry, international finance, international trade and development, money and banking, the economics of government and public policy and econometrics.

Several areas, including mathematics, statistics and computer science, complement an economics undergraduate degree. Majors often minor or double major in these areas.

Besides an overview of the economic implications of people’s choices, a number of specific analytical and statistical skills are developed. Students learn how to understand the workings of markets and how prices are determined. A capstone experience involves developing a substantial research paper in a seminar setting.

The Economics program is offered at George Washington University.