Economics (Arts and Sciences)
In Stetson University's Economics program in the College of Arts and Sciences, you'll explore economics as a social science. You'll gain insight into the behavior of individuals and social systems, including national economies, civic organizations, markets, governments, voluntary agencies and families.
Why Economics (Arts and Sciences) at Stetson University?
At Stetson University, you'll focus on social justice, poverty, inequality and cross-cultural examination of social systems, allowing you to make policy recommendations that help people locally, regionally, nationally and internationally.
Our program offers a strong international perspective with courses on Latin America, Russia, China and sub-Saharan Africa. As an Economics major, you'll gain practical experience and engage with the local community. Many students have interned with organizations like Volusia County Government and the City of DeLand.
Learn more about the Department of Economics in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Related Programs:
Interested in this program?
Take the next step and let us know that you were here.
“My Stetson University education put me on the path to becoming a filmmaker.”
Avantika Hari Agrawal ’02 Digital Arts & Economics, CEO and Founder of A Richer Lens Ltd., an India-based film production company
"The economics program taught me how to form and defend arguments, in the process improving my ability to conduct effective research. The course progression allowed me to gain a basic understanding of economics and supplement with the mathematics behind economic assumptions."
Ivan Alston '17 Economics
Career Outcomes
As a Stetson Economics graduate, you can pursue further studies at prestigious institutions like Boston University, Florida State University, Stetson University College of Law, University of Chicago, University of Florida and Vanderbilt University Law School.
Our alumni have achieved remarkable success. Two former students are now faculty members at Stetson. Another is the branch manager of a finance company in DeLand. One graduate is a director and writer of internationally honored films in India and another works for the World Bank in Tanzania.
As you begin your journey, you will work with some of our distinguished faculty and dedicated professionals who will provide you with personal attention and expert guidance to help you thrive academically and professionally.
- Alan Green, PhD, Cornell University
- Ranjini L. Thaver, PhD, University of Notre Dame
- Khushbu Mishra, PhD, Ohio State University
Students must meet General Education Requirements in addition to specific requirements within the major area of study.
Visit Stetson
See for yourself why Stetson continues to be a top spot for learning and exploring.
VisitFinancial Aid
Learn more about the tools you can tap into to make your college experience affordable.
Explore