UC Santa Cruz - Economics

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Econ Alum recognized for contributions to tech by Forbes

BRINGING DIVERSITY, BRIDGING DIVIDES

Econ alum now YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki is recognized by Forbes for her contributions in the tech sector. READ MORE

Economics Events

Sep 28: Fall 2023 Starts! - Welcome everyone!
Oct 4: Field Study Information Session - RSVP
Oct 6: First Fridays Professional Development Speaker Series starts

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Economics News

April 4, 2023White House cites Rob Fairlie’s research in annual economic report
September 28, 2023
September 28, 2023

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DID YOU KNOW?

BMEC Recognized by CFA Institute
We offer a one year degree program for Master's in Applied Economics and Finance
The 2021-22 Ph.D. Job Placements
Our department is Recruiting for a New Staff Adviser Position
We have two department research centers: CAFIN and LEEPS

FOR STUDENTS

Click on the links below for more information:

Graduate Admissions: Ph.D. Economics and M.S. Applied Economics & Finance
Declaring the Major or Minor
Undergraduate Advising Hours
Forms for Undergraduate and Graduate Students
Faculty Office Hours Spring 2023
TA Office Hours Spring 2023
Economics Course Offerings

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