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Economics

Also offered as: Minor , Economics: International Studies (Undergraduate Option)

An education in economics from EIU develops practical skills and gives our graduates many career choices. The Economics major at Eastern is designed to be flexible, allowing a student to tailor the degree to her or his specific interests and caree...

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Degree Level
Bachelor of Arts
Delivery
In Person
Time to Degree
8 Semesters
Credit Hours
120 Total, 30 in Major
Careers
Managers
Economics students at EIU

Why Study Economics at EIU?

  • Learn through hands-on, project-based coursework
  • Work closely with faculty in small class settings
  • Prepare for a wide range of careers across almost every industry
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"Being located so close to home, EIU was a perfect fit for me. I could stay in the area and learn from local mentors. The countless opportunities I've been given being a local student will soon allow me to graduate debt-free."
Isaac Brown
Class of 2026, Economics major
Isaac Brown, Economics at EIU

Hands-On Experience

  • Project-based coursework
  • Collaborative learning experiences
  • Opportunities for internships and applied work
Hands-On Experience, Economics students at EIU

What You'll Learn

Classes in economics at EIU are small in size, allowing our professors to better provide students with more individual attention.

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$136,550
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Regulatory Affairs Managers
  • Compliance Managers
  • Loss Prevention Managers
  • Wind Energy Operations Managers
  • Wind Energy Development Managers
  • Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists…
  • Economists
  • Environmental Economists
  • Survey Researchers

Career Insights

Job Outlook ★ Bright Outlook Grow Rapidly · Openings
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)
Personality Fit Enterprising

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Dr. Ahmed Abou-Zaid
Professor and Director of Economics, Interim Associate Dean, Lumpkin College of Business and Technology
asabouzaid@eiu.edu
2821 Coleman Hall
217-581-3812
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Austin Cheney
Dean, Lumpkin College of Business and Technology
acheney@eiu.edu
4801
217-581-3526
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Billy Panther
Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
217-581-2223
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