Economics Degree

The economics program at Wells 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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Wells College (Wells)

298 Crescent Beach Rd, Glen Cove, NY

Wells 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 Aurora, New York, which is a predominantly rural area. Wells College, with only around 560 students enrolled, provides smaller class sizes and personalized education as part of its commitment to students.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Psychology
• History
• English Language And Literature
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the admissions office. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to this school. Scores between 20 to 27 on the ACT or 1390 to 1730 on the SAT are needed to increase your chances for acceptance. Wells College admits approximately 80% of students applying annually. Of those admitted, around 11% of students registered for enrollment. Key data on school admissions can be found at wells.edu.

The cost of tuition is close to $37,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and that is why students should visit the school's net price calculator to get a better idea of their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Wells College may provide financial aid for students that qualify as loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Wells College is the "Express", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division III)

To see a full list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please take a look at the school's website at wells.edu.

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).