Bachelor of Science in Economics and Policy

The Bachelor of Science in Economics and Policy degree is an innovative, cross-disciplinary program that provides students with the analytical and policy knowledge and skills that they need to tackle major challenges in economics and public policy, such as fostering equitable and sustainable economic development and addressing the effects of globalization on economic, social, and environmental changes.

The program's STEM-oriented curriculum is taught by world-class faculty from Illinois Institute of Technology's Stuart School of Business and Lewis College of Science and Letters, providing exposure to disciplinary cores in economics, business, and the social sciences, as well as the opportunity to learn from subject matter experts from both colleges.

Courses in political science, economics, statistics, econometrics, political economy, organizational theory, and program evaluation are designed to develop the critical thinking, quantitative, and research skills that enable students to investigate and analyze complex economic and policy issues and to design effective data-driven solutions.

Through Illinois Tech's one-of-a-kind Elevate program, you are guaranteed access to hands-on experiences'such as internships, group projects, and faculty-led researchwhere you connect your classroom learning with real-world practice. You also receive mentoring to guide your academic studies and to prepare you to land a great job when you graduate.

Chicago is an international business and financial center, with a diverse metro area economy that includes a wide range of governmental and nonprofit entities engaged at the local, state, and national levels. With Illinois Tech's extensive connections, youll have access to remarkable resources for internships, networking, and employment opportunities.

Submit official or certified copies of the marks or grades of courses completed prior to university or college entrance, as well as all board examination scores. In cases where official transcripts are not issued in English,
you must submit the official native language transcript along with a certified translated English version.
Provide a copy of your passport, which is needed to fulfill the visa requirements.
Submit letter of recommendations (Optional)
TOEFL iBT: 80 or above (20 minimum in all bands)
IELTS: 6.5 or above (6.0 minimum in all bands)