Department of Economics
The subject of economics is poised at the intersections of social science, business, and public policy. A clear understanding of economic principles is critical to success in business and to the design of effective government policy.
The Department of Economics prepares students to be economists who can study how markets work and how income is distributed in an economy. Approximately 475 undergraduate students are currently studying the role of international trade, the impact of monopoly on the economy, and the problems of unemployment and inflation.
The Department of Economics includes over 25 full-time faculty whose research accomplishments and teaching interests cover the full range of courses and fields in economics.
Visit us on the 4th floor of Purnell Hall or call us at 302-831-2565 for more information.
Academic Programs
Undergraduate
- B.A. or B.S. in Economics
- B.A. in Economic Education
- Economics B.S. + M.A./M.S. Accelerated Degree Program
- Mathematics & Economics Double Major B.S. + Economics M.A./M.S. Accelerated Degree Program
- Minor in Economics
Graduate
- M.A. in Economics
- M.S. in Economics and Applied Econometrics
- M.A. in Economics and Entrepreneurship for Educators
- Ph.D. in Economics
- Ph.D. in Economic Education
- MBA + M.A. in Economics dual degree
Department of Economics Seminars
The Department of Economics sponsors two regular seminars – the Seminar in Economic Theory and the Seminar in Applied Economics. Speakers include both department faculty and well-known scholars from other universities. Both seminars are open to the public.
See the seminar schedule page for more information or contact Prof. Jeremy Tobacman.
News
- University of Delaware Alternative Breaks - Jayke Marsh, Class of 2021 finance major with minors in economics and business administration, is the recruitment chair of University of Delaware Alternative Breaks (UDAB). Marsh shared why he joined UDAB, what makes this group unique and more!
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- Association of Latino Professionals for America - Arynn Hernandez, Class of 2022 finance major, is the president of the Association of Latino Professionals for America (ALPFA) at the Lerner College. Hernandez shared why she joined ALPFA, what makes this group unique and more!
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- Lerner Grads Earn More - Class of 2018 graduates of the University of Delaware’s Lerner College are earning above-average starting salaries, beating national starting salary averages by up to 20%.