Economics Degree

The economics program at University of Pittsburgh – Bradford 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer economics degrees.

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University of Pittsburgh – Bradford

Also known as Pitt-Bradford

1700 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia, PA

University of Pittsburgh - Bradford is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps 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 Bradford, PA, which is a predominantly rural area. Around a thousand students enroll at University of Pittsburgh - Bradford annually.

Areas of study available at University of Pittsburgh - Bradford include but are not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Social Sciences
• Security And Protective Services

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions staff. Students may submit either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions at this school. A score within the range of 1300 - 1650 on the SAT, or 18 - 24 for the ACT is common among accepted students. 83% of those students that apply are admitted to University of Pittsburgh - Bradford, of which 46 percent choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at upb.pitt.edu.

The tuition at University of Pittsburgh - Bradford varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $14,000 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $25,000 annually. Housing is available for students, and generally costs approximately $5,300 annually. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for University of Pittsburgh - Bradford is the "Panthers", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through oversight by the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Golf (NCAA Division III)
• Soccer (NCAA Division III)

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

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

Salary & Wages

• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 180
  • Average Hourly Rate: $47.79
  • Average Annual Salary: $99410

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