Bachelor of Arts degree - Major in Economics

For Bachelor of Arts degree - Major in Economics, tuition fees are 46,100 USD per year.

The Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics focuses on core economic principles and quantitative analysis. Students engage with microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics, supported by required mathematics and statistics coursework. The program includes economics electives to explore specific areas of interest.

Focus areas include International Economics, Money and Banking, Environmental Economics, Mathematical Economics, Econometrics, Economic Growth and Development.

The program requires 120 total credits, distributed across core economics courses, foundational mathematics and statistics, and general education and elective requirements.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 78% of applicants.

Manhattan College is a Lasallian Catholic institution guided by faith, respect, learning, community, and social justice. Students from all backgrounds are welcomed to develop academically and personally, with opportunities to grow as leaders and contribute to their communities. Campus housing, dining, counseling, fitness facilities, and supportive services help students settle into residential study.

Academic options are organised across the Kakos School of Arts & Sciences, the O’Malley School of Business, and the School of Engineering. Arts and Sciences programmes develop critical thinking and research skills across the sciences, humanities, and social sciences. Business students study finance, analytics, marketing, and entrepreneurship through hands-on learning and internships. Engineering programmes combine technical education with practical design experiences connected to New York City’s engineering and technology sectors. Internships, employer partnerships, and alumni connections are part of the academic experience across the schools.

Riverdale provides a quieter campus base in the Bronx, with tree-lined streets, cafés, and a strong campus feel. Van Cortlandt Park, covering more than 1,100 acres, is nearby. Midtown Manhattan is around 30 minutes away, giving students access to internships, museums, entertainment, cultural institutions, and networking opportunities. More than 80 clubs and organisations support involvement beyond classes, while the city and the Bronx provide opportunities to explore culture, history, food, and innovation.