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| 2025-08-01 | - |
| 2026-01-01 | - |
| 2026-08-01 | - |
| 2027-01-01 | - |
| 2027-08-01 | - |
Program Overview
Economics Program Overview
The Economics program at the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) offers students a comprehensive understanding of financial trends, markets, and policies. As an economics student, you will learn to analyze, predict, and manage financial markets, government policy, global economics, and consumer behaviors.
Program Details
- Program Type: Major
- Academic Unit: School of Humanities and Social Sciences
- Degree Type: Bachelor of Arts
- Standard credit hours: 120-132
- Delivery Mode: In-person
- Typical Program Length: 4 years
- Typical Course Load: 4-5 per semester
- Estimated Program Cost: $54,278
- All rates or costs are for illustrative purposes only. Estimated cost is calculated by multiplying the appropriate 2025/2026 UMKC academic year resident rate by standard credit hours. Fees are NOT included in the calculation. Your hours and total costs may differ, depending on transfer hours, course choices, academic progress, program- and university-specific fees, and your qualified tuition rate.
Why UMKC
- Explore innovative ideas, such as Modern Monetary Theory, which was developed here at UMKC.
- Our university is deeply integrated into the community, providing students with exclusive opportunities to connect with area employers, gain hands-on experience, and make an impact in their areas of interest.
- From academic and career advising to employment services and community partnerships, our award-winning faculty and staff deliver direction and support to help you succeed in your careers.
After Graduation
A degree in economics can prepare you for a variety of careers, including business, finance, consulting, public administration, government service, or the non-profit sector.
Potential Careers
- Data analyst
- Financial planner
- Consultant
Where Our Students Work
- Economic Development Corporation of Kansas City
- City of Kansas City
- Commerce Bank
- UMB Financial Corporation
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
- U.S. Dept. of Agriculture
- U.S. General Services Administration
- American Century Investments
- Oracle
- Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City
Median Salary
$116,956 per year, based on data from Lightcast.io for Economists.
Potential Courses
American Labor History
Examine the history of work and the working class in the U.S. from 1750 to the present.
International Trade and Development
Survey the global allocation of resources and distribution of income in the analysis of economic development and international trade.
Monetary Theory and Policy
Dive into the study of the financial system with an emphasis on monetary theory and its application to current banking and financial problems.
Related Programs and Pathways
- Economics (Minor)
- Economics — B.A./M.A. (Major, Master's)
- Economics (Master's)
- Economics (Doctorate)
How to Apply
- Gather your materials
- Official transcripts
- Names and locations of previous college(s) or high school(s) and dates you attended
- Citizenship, residency, and visa information (if applicable)
- ACT/SAT test scores (optional). Required if you would like to be considered for applicable scholarship opportunities
- Complete the online application
- No application fee for domestic undergraduate students — $75 for international students
- Check admissions requirements
- Some programs have specific admission requirements.
Application Dates
- To Start Classes in Fall: Apply by June 15, classes begin in August
- To Start Classes in Spring: Apply by November 15, classes begin in January
Estimated Tuition Per Semester
- Resident Rate: $6,168 per semester
- Heartland Rate: $9,063 per semester
- Nonresident Rate: $16,090 per semester
- All rates or costs are for illustrative purposes only. Estimated cost is calculated by multiplying the appropriate 2025/2026 UMKC academic year resident rate by standard credit hours. Fees are NOT included in the calculation. Your hours and total costs may differ, depending on transfer hours, course choices, academic progress, program- and university-specific fees, and your qualified tuition rate.