Study Bachelor of Arts in Economics at University of Massachusetts - Lowell in the USA, College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
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Bachelor of Arts in Economics

USA

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What will I learn?

With the economics major, you'll gain training in economic theories and their applications, preparing you to use economic tools to address economic and societal problems. Explore how economics shapes communities, policy and everyday decisions with the Economics major at UMass Lowell. You'll study core concepts like supply and demand, income distribution and labor markets. Then learn how to apply economic principles to address issues in healthcare, education, public policy and more. Expand your experience through internships, research projects and even add a business minor. You'll graduate with data interpretation skills that are valuable in diverse careers - from government and nonprofit work to education and law.

Which department am I in?

College of Fine Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
US$36,610.00 per year
Food Plan Rates (Bourgeois Hall) Cost Per Year - $9,990.00
Start date

September 2027

Venue

UMass Lowell Campus

220 Pawtucket St., Suite 420,

Lowell,

Massachusetts,

01854, Northeast, United States

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
US$36,610.00 per year
Food Plan Rates (Bourgeois Hall) Cost Per Year - $9,990.00
Application deadline

12/12/2026

Start date

January 2027

Venue

UMass Lowell Campus

220 Pawtucket St., Suite 420,

Lowell,

Massachusetts,

01854, Northeast, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

You are considered a first-year student if you have not taken any post-secondary/college coursework. Your application should include your high school or secondary school records, including results from culminating or leaving examinations.

Transcript - Your official school transcript (grades 9-11).

Essay - A personal essay of 250-650 words. Please write your full name on each essay page if submitting by mail.

Recommendation - A letter of recommendation from someone who is familiar with your abilities (a teacher, college counselor, coach, employer, etc.). If using the UMass Lowell web application, please feel free to download the recommendation form (pdf).

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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