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Undergraduate Programs

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Economics

Economics is the study of the rational allocation of scarce resources. The major seeks to develop those critical skills that help you understand and solve problems in a wide variety of circumstances. These analytical abilities are valuable in the business world and many professional disciplines such as law and social work.

The Department of Economics also offers a degree in Economics through the School of Arts and Sciences.  Programs that are offered are a Bachelor of Arts, Teacher Certification, and a Minor in Economics. 

To earn the B.A. with a major in economics, you must fulfill the requirements of IPFW (refer to Part 7 of the Bulletin) and the School of Arts and Sciences (refer to Part 3 of the Bulletin), in addition to the following requirements. Correspondence courses, whether from Indiana University or elsewhere, may not be used to satisfy any of the requirements for this major.

For more information, please contact the Department of Economics at 260-481-6794.

Information about B.A. Degree (PDF)