Professor Weinstock’s contribution to non-linear econometric modeling of bank regulation earned him the Leon Horniker Award for Research Excellence.
Business Economics, BS
Businesses and government organizations need professionals who excel at managing today’s complex global economy. With Pace University’s bachelor of business economics program, you’ll gain hands-on experience working with accomplished faculty and internships/research assistantships in one of the world’s most prominent economics hubs.
Location
New York City
Westchester
Number of Credits
120
Start Date
Fall, Spring
F1 Visa Eligible
Yes
STEM Designated Program
Yes
Build a Career that can Excel in 21st Century Economics
In today’s rapidly evolving global economy, businesses and policymakers need economic professionals with the expertise to analyze complex market structures and solve critical challenges. As a business economics major at Dyson College of Arts and Sciences, you’ll build those skills by studying in one of New York’s top 20 economics programs.
Our business economics curriculum equips you with essential economic theories and analytical skills to navigate an ever-changing economic landscape. Learn from accomplished faculty and gain hands-on experience in your area of specialization.
At Pace, you’ll have direct access to the world’s leading financial institutions. Connect with industry professionals through opportunities like the Federal Reserve Challenge and student organizations such as the Economics Society, Women in Economics, and the Brown Bag Seminar Series. Join the ranks of successful graduates who have launched careers at top employers, including JPMorgan Chase, FINRA, the Congressional Budget Office, and the Federal Reserve.
Being involved with our Pace Federal Reserve Challenge Team has its advantages. Many team members have landed high-powered jobs and launched successful careers in economics and its related fields with well-known companies like Federal Reserve Bank of New York, JPMorgan, Goldman Sachs, Citibank, New York Life, and ESPN.
Curriculum
Our rigorous course topics range from the fundamentals of economics, finance, and accounting, to the culminating seminar in your senior year.
Combined Degree Track
The Combined Degree allows you to replace up to 12 undergraduate elective credits with graduate level courses. This means you can finish almost half of the master's degree requirements by the time you complete your undergraduate coursework, leaving only 18 additional credits to complete a combined BA/MS or BS/MS degree.
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Top 6%
Did You Know?
Pace is ranked in the top 6% nationally for return on investment (Source: The Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce)
Careers
According to Fortune Magazine, economics majors have a higher median salary than all other majors outside of engineering. Wages are expected to remain high, as employers have come to recognize the value of employees with analytical backgrounds and strong critical thinking skills.
As a Pace student, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with our robust career services team to develop a career plan that best fits your goals.
Our graduates are prepared for jobs like:
- Economist
- Financial manager
- Market research analyst
- Policy analyst
Where Pace Graduates are Employed
- Bank of America
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- The Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve
- Credit Suisse
- Equitable Life Insurance
- Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas
- Federal Reserve Bank of NY
- Goldman Sachs
- JetBlue
- JPMorgan Chase
- Memorial Sloan-Kettering Medical Center
- Morgan Stanley
- Northwestern Mutual
- NYC Department of Corrections
- NYC Office of Management and Budget
- New York Police Department
- Pfizer Pharmaceuticals
- Societe Generale
- State Farm Insurance
- Thompson Reuters
- The United Nations
Featured Faculty
Osborne's research interests are in applied microeconomics and include topics related to health economics, labor economics, and urban economics.
Admission and Financial Aid
Ready to take charge of your future? Pace is with you every step of the way, providing a world class education and the skills your industry will be looking for far into the future.
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- November 1: Early Decision
- November 15: Early Action I
- December 1: Early Action II
- February 15: Regular Decision
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Understanding the value of a degree is essential, especially in terms of return on investment (ROI). According to The Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce, Pace University is in the top 6% of U.S. colleges that provide the best return on tuition investment.
For the 2024–2025 academic year, full-time undergraduate tuition is $51,382. However, many students pay significantly less due to our generous merit scholarships, which offer up to $33,000 annually, as well as need-based scholarships, grants, on-campus employment opportunities, and loans. Pace is more affordable than you think. Financial assistance can come from many places, including scholarships, grants, on-campus employment, and loans.
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Contact Us
Admission Contact
Office of Undergraduate Admission
New York City: (212) 346-1323
Westchester: (914) 773-3746
Email: undergradadmission@pace.edu
Departmental Contact
Anna Shostya, PhD
Phone: (212) 346-1466
Email: ashostya@pace.edu