Bachelor in Econometrics and Quantitative Economics (Bachelor's)

Saint Vincent College in Latrobe offers a intimate liberal arts education rooted in Benedictine values of community, hospitality and service. Founded in 1846, the college emphasizes holistic development, blending rigorous academic programs with spiritual life and ethical formation. Small class sizes and a supportive culture encourage close faculty mentoring and opportunities for leadership across campus activities.

Undergraduate offerings concentrate on critical thinking, communication and professional preparation, with experiential learning and community engagement woven into the curriculum. Students are encouraged to pursue service and leadership roles that reflect the college's commitment to stewardship and social responsibility. The campus environment fosters personal growth, with a range of extracurriculars, spiritual programming and career services designed to prepare graduates for meaningful work and civic contribution.

International students are welcomed into a residential campus community where individualized attention and practical experience support transition and success. The college's focus on liberal arts plus career readiness helps students build adaptable skills valued by employers and graduate programs. For prospective students seeking a values-driven education in a close community with a strong emphasis on ethics, service and personal attention, Saint Vincent College offers a distinctive and supportive college experience.

The programme is delivered on-campus in a full-time format over four years. Students study core economic theories and apply statistical and analytical methods to real-world problems in areas such as labor, public finance, and international trade. The curriculum includes hands-on work with Veconlab software to design experiments and analyze data. Students complete a senior thesis project that involves independent research and presentation at an academic conference.

Focus areas include Environmental Economics, Labor Economics, Public Finance, International Finance, Game Theory, Experimental Economics.

The programme requires 120 credits, including core courses in calculus, microeconomics, macroeconomics, and statistics. Students complete a senior thesis and take advanced courses in econometrics, game theory, and experimental economics.

Graduates enter roles such as financial analysts, data analysts, economic forecasters, and actuaries in corporate, government, and financial institutions.

Applicants must submit high school transcripts and standardized test scores. A minimum GPA and ACT/SAT scores are considered for the Alex G. McKenna Economics Scholarship. Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, four years. For international students, tuition is above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 59% of applicants.