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Career Opportunities

Employers have come to value greatly the skills that a liberal arts education provides.  In particular, the study of economics helps students develop analytical and logical thinking, enhance their written and spoken expression, and hone mathematical and problem solving skills.   Previous economics students have pursued public- and private-sector careers in:

Many of our graduates have gone on to graduate school and law school. The critical thinking and problem-solving skills acquired by studying Economics makes it one of the most versatile undergraduate degrees for students interested in continuing their education. An undergraduate major in Economics will provide students with a solid foundation for graduate work in Economics, Law, Master of Business (MBA), Master of Public Administration (MPA), Public Policy, Health Policy, and Pharmacy.

According to a study of LSAT (Law School Admissions Test) scores published in the Journal of Economic Education, Economics majors consistently score higher than any other major.

Average 2002-2003 LSAT Scores
(minimum of 2,200 students taking the exam)

Rank

Major field

Average score

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12

Economics
Engineering
History
English
Finance
Political Science
Psychology
Accounting
Communications
Sociology
Business administration
Criminal Justice

156.6
155.4
155.0
154.3
152.6
152.1
152.1
151.1
150.5
150.2
149.6
144.7

Source: Nieswiadomy, Michael. "LSAT Scores of Economics Majors: The 2003-2004 Class Update," Journal of Economic Education, Spring 2006, 244-247.

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