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Bachelor of Science in Economics

A Degree in Economics Helps You See the Big Picture

Strayer's Bachelor of Science in Economics (BSEC) program provides you with an in-depth view of the economic, political, and cultural forces that shape our world. The complex interconnectedness that is the global economy affects how we live, work and even play. With an economics degree, you can help companies, non-profits and even government agencies understand these forces and how to shape their organization to work in a complex world.

As markets, consumer trends, and entire industries continue to evolve, so must our ability to analyze the data and forecast future trends. At Strayer University, a earning a BA in economics will arm you with the critical skill sets needed to understand economic drivers and create effective policies for business, government, and society.

Put your finger on the pulse of the global marketplace, and be a driving force in your professional advancement by earning a bachelor degree in economics that will put you on the path to a great career.

Program Information

Program Length

Strayer University students are mostly working adults who earn their degrees at their own pace and on their own schedule. Most students attend part-time, and the normal time to complete this program is 6 years.

On-Time Graduation Rate

90% of our students who graduated from this program between July 1, 2011 and June 30, 2012, did so within 6 years.

Program Costs

Cost information for Strayer University programs is available at www.strayer.edu/tuition-and-fees. The tuition and fees for the entire program, at current part-time tuition rates, are $72,400, and at current full-time tuition rates, are $69,000. The tuition and fees for the entire program for all Tennessee students are $72,400. The total estimated cost for books and supplies for the entire program is $6,000. Strayer University does not offer on-campus housing.

Median Loan Debt

For all students completing this program between July 1, 2011 and June 30, 2012, the median cumulative loan debt for each of the following are:
  • Federal student loans: $39,400
  • Private loans: $0
  • Institutional finance loans: $0

Occupations for this program

The following U.S. Department of Labor Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) Codes and occupational titles are disclosed pursuant to U.S. Department of Education regulations, and correspond to the U.S. Department of Education Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Code for this program.

Title O*Net Link SOC Code
Compliance Managers http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/11-9199.02 11-9199.02
Economics Teachers, Postsecondary http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/25-1063.00 25-1063.00
Economists http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/19-3011.00 19-3011.00
Investment Fund Managers http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/11-9199.03 11-9199.03
Regulatory Affairs Managers http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/11-9199.01 11-9199.01
Survey Researchers http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/19-3022.00 19-3022.00


ACBSP Strayer University's School of Business is accredited by ACBSP, a leading accreditation program specializing in business education. LEARN MORE

Accreditation

Strayer University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104. 267-284-5000), which is one of the six regional accrediting bodies in the United States. The Commission is an institutional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.