Dartmouth College

Economics (BA)

Dartmouth College

Faculty:Department of Economics
Degree:Bachelor; Honours; Co-op
Field of Study:Economics, General
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $101,525

This cost is an approximate conversion from U.S. dollars (USD) to Canadian dollars (CAD).



Careers:Securities Agents, Investment Dealers and BrokersFinancial Planners, Investigators, and UnderwritersBanking, Credit and Other Investment Managers

Description:

The economics major is a hands-on experience that teaches concepts and models underlying both individual decision-making and broader (macro) questions such as the determination of interest rates and income growth. We offer courses in a series of fields including finance, international trade, macroeconomics, competition and strategy, labor economics, development economics, and public economics.

After completing the tools courses, you have a series of opportunities to engage in research. These include a culminating experience project focused on your emphasis within the major, an honors thesis, and working one-on-one with faculty members as a research assistant.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    Eligibility:

    High school and transfer applicants must apply through Dartmouth Undergraduate Admissions.

    Test Scores:
    • International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) or DuoLingo or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based)
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on November 06, 2026