Economics

“I chose Economics because it’s not only about money, but people’s experience in the society. Pomona college also does not offer finance or accounting, so Economics is the closest option that I feel like would prepare for a finance or professional services career. Pomona’s economics is in general more theoretical and reading and writing heavy when compared to others.”

“I am currently studying Economics at Stony Brook University (SBU), and my experience has been very positive. The program is located in New York, which provides excellent access to professional opportunities and networking resources. The professors are supportive and knowledgeable, often encouraging critical thinking and data-driven analysis. The coursework is challenging but rewarding, combining theory with practical applications. SBU also offers a diverse student community that makes group discussions and projects engaging. Overall, the Economics program here builds strong analytical skills and prepares students well for future careers.”

“The Economics major at the University of Washington is a solid choice if you're planning to pursue graduate studies. It builds strong analytical skills and serves as a good academic foundation. However, it's not very career-oriented, so you may need to supplement it with internships or other experiences if you plan to work right after graduation. The department's resources are limited compared to other majors, but the professors are knowledgeable and supportive.”

“As an Economics major, I’ve found the subject to be both intellectually rigorous and deeply connected to real-world issues. While the material can be challenging at times, it has opened up a wide range of career opportunities and broadened my perspective.”

“Good as an add on for another skill based major and good for pre law. Useless by itself. Find less theory based class and you will succeed, unless you want to go into research or teaching or PhD. Learn accounting or computer science or data science or you have a hard time ding a job. Economics is not likely to be your career so plan another skilled based major or trade school Or connect with people in your desired industry. Your resume with only a degree will not make you successful.”

“In economics studies, professors play a crucial role. Some professors deliver well-structured lectures that allow students to grasp key concepts quickly and effectively. However, there are also professors whose teaching methods are disorganized, making it difficult for students to comprehend the material, thus requiring significant additional self-study time”

“Economics major definitely gives us plenty of career choices -- either going to industry such as consulting, banking, data analyst etc, or research field might be another way. Economics is real-life based which involves many case studies and theory learnings.”

“Economic knowledge alone won't secure you a job, it's too broad and intuitive. You need to acquire substantial expertise to excel in specific roles. Many pursue graduate studies to gain more time for learning and enhance their employability.”

“I do believe economics is sth everyone should learn. True learning is only when you make it to the level of you can apply it to the real world.”

“Fantastic major, can easily switch to other majors as a solid fundamental. Need some meth background like AP Cal, not heavy coursework but might have intense test schedule”

“Actually I’m major in Econ/Data Science, I have taken several economics courses in USC, I think the depth and difficulty of economics courses is much harder than other colleges.”

“I chose to major in Economics because I’ve always been curious about how individual decisions and policy choices shape our society and environment. Economics offers a unique framework that connects abstract theories with real-world issues, such as sustainability, urban development, and technological innovation.”

“I liked learning economics because the professors I had were really patient and clear. They made the topics easy to understand and the workload was very manageable.”

“Econ at UCLA is a grind and the down curve is brutal, but it’s super rewarding when it finally clicks.”

“Economics give a good overview on how money changes hands, how markets affect people, and how the world runs in general. Pretty interesting if you want to learn more about money”