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The economics degree program at the University of Nebraska at Kearney equips students to study, unpack and interpret complex economic data using skills from disciplines across the business landscape, creating informed models and recommendations that can help guide high level decision-making.
With an economics degree, you’ll learn how to integrate management, marketing, finance and accounting concepts with economic theory to better understand resource management, supply/demand, economic trends and more. You’ll also gain the skills to apply those findings to the world around you in practical ways, preparing you for success in the modern business world.
At UNK’s College of Business and Technology, students have the opportunity to study under committed faculty with real-world experience who are passionate about providing students with hands-on learning opportunities. Economics majors also benefit from an AACSB accredited program with a 100% placement rate.*
*2019-20 CBT Placement Stats. Data based on 81% response rate of program graduates
Accredited by The Association of Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Only 30% of business programs in the United States are accredited by AACSB International.
Credit Hours
General Studies requirement has been reduced to 30 credit hrs allowing more freedom and making it easier to transfer to UNK.
Degree Received
Business Administration Comprehensive - Economics Emphasis, Bachelor of Science
Per Credit Hour
With the New Nebraskan Scholarship all undergraduate students pay in-state tuition
The class schedule below is a sample timeline for progress toward an Economics BS degree at the University of Nebraska at Kearney. For more information about requirements and course options, consult with your academic advisor.
A native of Wisconsin, Paige came to UNK not knowing anyone, but quickly got involved. She was the student body vice president, a Chancellor’s Ambassador, and a student diplomat. Paige credits the caliber of the faculty as UNK’s biggest strength. Paige advises freshman to study abroad, participate in class discussions, and get involved in one student organization and work your way up – her personal suggestion would be Student Government.
Economics
Economics BS graduates have a 100% placement rate between careers and graduate school. Learn more about the types of jobs and common employers that Economics BS graduates work for.
UNK is Nebraska’s most affordable university even BEFORE financial aid is awarded. You’ll quickly discover that no one works harder than UNK to reduce the cost of an education and provide the best value. Learn more about scholarships and financial aid for your Economics Degree Program
at the University of Nebraska at Kearney.
