Bachelor of Science

Tuition fees are 39,978 USD per year.

This Bachelor of Science program focuses on problem-solving by mastering analytical and statistical tools and applying them to real-world economic issues. Students develop a logical framework to understand individual, corporate, and government decision-making, and gain practical experience through experimental economics using Veconlab software. The curriculum emphasizes turning findings into journal-style articles and presentations.

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

The major requires foundational courses in calculus, microeconomics, macroeconomics, and statistics, alongside specialized topics such as environmental, labor, public, and international finance, game theory, and experimental economics, culminating in a senior thesis.

Graduates pursue careers as account specialists, actuaries, business analysts, data analysts, economic forecasters, financial advisors, and statisticians, or enter graduate programs in economics, statistics, public policy, and law.

For international students, tuition is above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 59% of applicants.

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.