Mathematics
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The Mathematics Economics concentration is designed to give a background in economic theory plus the mathematical tools needed to analyze and develop additional theoretical constructions.
Degree Type
A.B.
department
CIP Code
45.0603ℹ
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Mathematics - Economics
The Mathematics Economics concentration is designed to give a background in economic theory plus the mathematical tools needed to analyze and develop additional theoretical constructions.
The emphasis is on the abstract theory itself. Students may choose either the standard or the professional track, both award a Bachelor of Arts degree.
Student Goals
Students in this concentration will:
- Become fluent in economic theory and the mathematical tools needed to analyze and develop theoretical constructions
- Understand the concepts, tools, and research methods used in pure economic theory fields such as game theory
- Grasp microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics
- Produce a culminating artifact
Tracks
- Math-Econ Professional Track
Graduating Class
| Class Year | Total Students | Honors Graduates |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 | 2 | 1 |
Many graduates have gone on to enter Ph.D. programs in Economics from which they were able to enter careers in university teaching and research or in the private sector and government. Others have pursued similarly diverse careers as for concentrators in the standard Economics concentration.
What are Mathematics - Economics concentrators doing…
The Director of Undergraduate Studies is typically the first point of contact for prospective concentrators. Once students have declared, they may be assigned a specific concentration advisor from within the department or program.