Joint Major
Pursuing a joint major allows students to broaden the scope of their undergraduate education. The Department of Economics offers established joint majors with the Department of Mathematics. Students in joint major programs are eligible for Honors nominations on the same terms as other majors in economics.
Economics majors may also propose a new joint major, involving completion of approximately two-thirds of standard economics requirements, as long as they meet the following guidelines:
- Joint majors must be between programs leading to the same degree (BA). For example, a student may not propose a joint major between Economics (BA) and Business Administration (BS).
- The joint major must be with a field that is complementary to economics. The Director of Undergraduate Studies in Economics shall determine whether the proposed joint major is appropriate. (Additional requirements may be imposed by the other department involved in the joint major.)
Please Note
To pursue a joint major, students must apply to BOTH departments. Students should also consult the Director of Undergraduate Studies in both departments to confirm the degree requirements.
Joint Major Requirements
Joint Major in Economics and Mathematics (BA)
Students who wish to pursue a joint major in Economics and Mathematics must submit separate applications to each department. To graduate with this degree, students must maintain an overall 2.0 GPA, a 2.0 GPA in the courses listed below, and fulfill all other university requirements. Students should consult with their advisor in each department to choose their 400-level courses. Exceptions to the curriculum may be allowed through consultation with the appropriate department.
| Courses | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| Required Economics Courses | ECO 405 Microeconomic Theory I ECO 406 Microeconomic Theory II ECO 407 Macroeconomic Theory ECO 480 Econometrics I
| 3 3 3 3 |
Economics Upper Level Electives | Three additional courses at the 300-level or above, excluding ECO 495, ECO 496, ECO 498 and ECO 499. | 9 |
Required Mathematics Courses | MTH 141 College Calculus I MTH 142 College Calculus II MTH 241 College Calculus III MTH 306 Introduction to Differential Equations MTH 309 Introduction to Linear Algebra MTH 311 Introduction to Higher Mathematics MTH 411 Probability Theory MTH 412 Introduction to Statistical Inference MTH 419 Introduction to Abstract Algebra (or MTH 420 Abstract Linear Algebra) MTH 431 Introduction to Real Variables I | 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 |
Mathematics Electives | One 300 or 400-level Mathematics course excluding MTH 417. Students should contact the Mathematics Department to check the continued applicability of Mathematics requirements. | 3-4 |
Total Economics Credits | 21 | |
Total Mathematics Credits | 43 - 44 | |
| Total Credits | 18 courses in economics and mathematics | 64 - 65 |
*It is highly recommended that students also take MTH 241: College Calculus 3 and MTH 309: Introduction to Linear Algebra.
General Joint Major in Economics (BA)
The following requirements apply to ALL economics joint major degrees. Additional requirements will be imposed by the other department involved in the joint major
| Courses | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| Prerequisites | MTH 121, or MTH 131, or MTH 141 | 4 |
| Required Economics Courses | ECO 405 Microeconomic Theory ECO 407 Macroeconomic Theory ECO 380 Economic Statistics and Data Analysis ECO 480 Econometrics I | 3 3 3 3 |
Economics Upper-Level Electives | Three additional economics elective courses at the 400-level, excluding ECO 495, 496, 498 and 499. ECO 406 is required in order to graduate with Honors and can be used as an upper level elective course. | 9 |
| Other Economics Electives | 6 | |
| Permitted Substitution for ECO 380 | Option A: MTH 411 or STA 301 together with MTH 412 or STA 302 Option B: GEO 211 Option C: CIE 308 | |
| Total Economics Credits | 27 | |
| Total Credits | 31 |