Economics Degree

The economics program at Wabash 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 Indiana colleges that offer economics degrees.

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Wabash College

1002 N First St, Vincennes, IN

Wabash 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 Crawfordsville, IN, which is a predominantly rural area. The school enrolls 900 students yearly, allowing for smaller more engaging class sizes.

A list of some of the popular programs are:

• History
• Math
• English
• Economics

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions office. Very common test scores among students accepted to Wabash College are within the range of 22 to 27 on the ACT, or 1538 to 1850 on the SAT exam. This school accepts approximately 60% of students applying. Of those applicants admitted, around 32% enrolled.  Detailed information about admissions can be found by calling the school or by requesting information here.

The cost of tuition is close to $36,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to visit the school's price of attendance calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Student housing is available for students, and generally costs approximately $4,300 per year. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements.

The Wabash College "Little Giants" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA.

Students can visit the website to get a complete list of areas of study, student services, and more.

Students Enrolled in the Economics Program

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

Students by Gender (2019)

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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).