Bachelor in Economics (Bachelor's)

At Simmons University, tuition fees are 44,208 USD per year.

The Economics program is offered on-campus as a full-time undergraduate degree. It focuses on analytical reasoning and real-world application through coursework in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and quantitative methods. Students engage with current issues such as climate change, equity in education, and global trade. The curriculum emphasizes research, writing, and critical thinking over formula memorization.

Focus areas include Economic Development, Environmental Economics, International Trade, Public Economics, Political Economy of U.S. Capitalism, Sustainability and Resource Use.

The major requires ten courses totaling 40 credits, including six core courses and four economics electives. At least two electives must be at the 200 level or higher. A senior thesis is required for honors candidacy.

Graduates enter roles in business, government, nonprofit organizations, financial services, and research institutions.

Applicants must meet general university admission requirements. A minimum GPA of 3.50 in economics courses is required for honors candidacy. Official transcripts and application materials are required.

The programme totals about 40 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, typically four years. For international students, tuition is well above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 66% of applicants.

Simmons University, founded in 1899 and located in Boston, blends a strong liberal arts tradition with career-focused professional programs. With about 6,364 students and 61 programs across undergraduate and graduate levels, Simmons emphasizes personalized learning, experiential education and professional preparation. Its urban setting connects students to internships, research collaborations and cultural resources across one of the United States’ leading academic and healthcare hubs.

Academic life at Simmons features small classes, interdisciplinary study and opportunities to translate classroom learning into practice through internships, practicums and applied projects. The university’s career services and alumni network support job placement while faculty mentorship helps students develop professional portfolios and industry contacts. Programs span healthcare, business, education, the arts and technology, each oriented toward employability and real-world impact.

Campus life balances a close-knit community with access to Boston’s museums, hospitals, startups and arts scene, providing international students both support and vibrant opportunity. Practical services include orientation, housing assistance and international advising to ease transition into study and life in the city. Prospective applicants should review program requirements, application deadlines and scholarship options to find the Simmons pathway best aligned with their academic and career goals.