Economics Degree

The economics program at Hamilton College prepares students for careers as a consultant, financial analyst, market analyst, public policy analyst, purchasing manager, and research assistant. The program focuses on the systematic study of the production, conservation, and allocation of resources in conditions of scarcity, together with the organizational frameworks related to these processes. Program courses include: economic theory, micro and macroeconomics, comparative economic systems, money and banking systems, international economics, quantitative analytical methods, and public policy issues. Get more details below including other New York colleges that offer economics degrees.

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Hamilton College (GCC)

One College Rd, Batavia, NY

Hamilton College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and assists students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Clinton, New York, which is a predominantly rural area. Enrollment at Hamilton College exceeds 1,900 yearly.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Hamilton College offers:

• Social Sciences
• Psychology
• History
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Communications And Journalism

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, school records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Students may submit either the ACT or SAT scores to be considered for admissions to Hamilton College. A score within the range of 1960 to 2200 on the SAT, or 28 to 32 for the ACT is common among accepted students. Admission to this school is considered highly competitive, with only 30 percent of students who applied being admitted each year. More information on admissions can be found at hamilton.edu.

The cost of tuition is approximately $47,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to understand their costs. Student housing is available for students, and generally costs around $6,500 for the year. This school may offer financial aid for students who qualify in the form of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Hamilton College is the "Continentals", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students should visit the school's http://www.hamilton.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Economics Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Hamilton College offers a bachelor's degree program in economics.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Economists

Description

Conduct research, prepare reports, or formulate plans to address economic problems related to the production and distribution of goods and services or monetary and fiscal policy. May collect and process economic and statistical data using sampling techniques and econometric methods.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, economists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.7% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).