Program Information

This interdisciplinary major combines coursework in both the mathematics and economics programs. It is suitable for economics students who are interested in the technical/mathematical aspects of economics, and mathematics students who are interested in applied problems in economics. The major requirements provide a solid foundation for graduate studies or careers in applied mathematics, finance or various fields of economics.

Requirements for the Mathematics/Economics Major (12 Credits)

Economic theory (3)

ECON 122 Principles of Microeconomics
ECON 123 Principles of Macroeconomics, and
ECON 357 or 358 Intermediate Micro/Macroeconomics

Mathematical theory (2)

MATH 251 Foundations of Advanced Mathematics, and
MATH 253 Linear Algebra

Data Analysis* (1)

One of the following courses

MATH 266 Probability and Statistics
ECON 230 Economic Statistics
ECON 452 Introduction to Econometrics and Forecasting
*Only one of MATH 266 and ECON 230 can be applied to the major.

Electives** (5)

Any 2 additional courses in Economics numbered 300 or higher. Highly recommended are:

ECON 458 Mathematical Economics
ECON 452 Introduction to Econometrics
ECON 357 or 358 Intermediate Micro/Macroeconomics

Any 3 additional courses in Mathematics numbered 200 or higher. Highly recommended are:

MATH 249 Multivariate Calculus
MATH 256 Differential Equations
MATH 446 Real Analysis
**At least one 400-level course must be taken in each department

Senior Experience (1)

MAEC 499 (W) Senior Experience

An independent study advised by a faculty member(s) in either mathematics or economics (or both). Each student completes a research paper that demonstrates mastery of mathematical techniques; e.g., modeling or data analysis, as they apply to a topic in economics. Other activities include written and oral analysis of related work and oral presentation(s) of their paper.