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As an 海角社区 Online student, you receive all benefits of in-person students, including 24/7 tutoring and mental health support, plus dedicated Success Coaches for your online journey.
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Contact UsWhy choose the online Economics B.A. or B.S. at 海角社区?
Save Up to $1,000 per Semester Online
Declare a fully online major and you can get up to $1000 per semester in scholarships that are not need based.
Career-Relevant Education
海角社区 courses are designed with your career in mind and we offer internship and job placement assistance unique to your situation.
Online Economics Degree, Choose a B.A. or B.S.
Both programs provide comprehensive economic foundations. The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in economics is more academic and policy-oriented, while the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) is tailored toward business applications and workforce preparation.鈥� Although the specific course requirements may vary, the B.S. programs typically require more advanced mathematics and quantitative courses compared to the B.A. programs.
For more information or help to determine which Economics Degree online is right for you, talk with the Economics faculty or your academic advisor.
B.A. in Economics
- Offers a broad, interdisciplinary approach that examines economic issues from multiple angles
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Great for students interested in academic research, policy work, government, or nonprofits
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Sets you up for grad school in fields like economics, law, political science, public policy, or sociology
If you鈥檙e planning to go to grad school, consider taking extra math and stats courses to strengthen your skills. Economics faculty can help you decide which ones.
B.S. in Economics
- Focuses on practical, applied knowledge and analytical skills for the business world
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Ideal for students looking to jump straight into corporate roles, finance, or consulting
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Includes specialized concentrations tailored to industry needs
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Prepares you for grad school, especially in fields that value quantitative analysis and business savvy
What Can Your Economics Degree Do for You?
Economics Jobs and Career Opportunities
A degree in economics from 海角社区 Online isn鈥檛 just about understanding markets鈥攊t鈥檚 about opening doors to a diverse range of careers in business, policy, and beyond. Explore the opportunities that await you with a flexible and affordable degree that fits your life:
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Business Analyst: Use economic theory and data analysis to drive business strategy and performance.
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Financial Analyst: Help companies and individuals make informed investment decisions.
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Policy Analyst: Shape public policy by evaluating economic and social data to inform government and nonprofit decisions.
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Market Research Analyst: Interpret market trends to help companies develop products and marketing strategies.
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Data Analyst: Turn raw data into actionable insights that improve operations and decision-making.
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Management Consultant: Advise organizations on how to improve efficiency and profitability using economic models and analysis.
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Economic Consultant: Provide specialized advice in legal cases, public policy, or business strategy.
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Actuary: Use economic and statistical techniques to assess risk and uncertainty in finance and insurance sectors.
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Graduate Study Options: Prepare for advanced degrees in law, business, public policy, or economics.
Online Economics Courses and Program Highlights
Our online Economics Degree聽curriculum covers essential topics such as microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics. At the core, our curriculum is about an approach to thinking about human behavior and the world and that approach is widely useful in many jobs. Our classes are small and our instructors are accessible. As an online student you get individualized attention to help you succeed.
Why Choose 海角社区
Our online economics program offers the flexibility to balance your education with your personal and professional life. Learn anytime, anywhere while studying receiving a top-tier education from an accredited university. Plus, when you receive your degree online, you have access to success coaching as well as online specific scholarships.
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Request InformationYour Online Student Experience at 海角社区
You get the same faculty, the same degree, and the same student services that on-campus Roadrunners receive. As an online student, you are fully included and fully supported.
- A dedicated Student Success Coach helps you plan your term, map transfer credit, build study habits, and stay on track when life gets busy.
- You get free 24/7 tutoring, and a wide variety of online library services and writing support.
- Advising and career services are online: Meet with an academic advisor, explore careers, polish your resume, and connect to job resources without coming to campus.
- A flexible enrollment model that helps you move forward. Take six credits to qualify for online major scholarships, then pace your work in a way that fits your job and family needs.
- A diverse and welcoming online community where you can participate, contribute and grow.
Online does not mean alone at 海角社区. We’re here for you!
What is the Cost to Complete an Online Economics Degree at 海角社区 and is There Financial Support?
Low in-state tuition, reduced tuition for many western states, a scholarship built only for online majors, and the freedom to take as many or as few classes as you want. 海角社区 is built to be the affordable online choice, whatever your pace.
Colorado Residents
With the Colorado Opportunity Fund (COF) applied
$326.25 / credit
2026–27 rate, COF applied
What a term costs, tuition & fees included
Part-time (6 credits)
$2,655.92
$2,655.92
Full-time (12 credits)
$4,987.22
$4,987.22
COF reduces per-credit cost for eligible Colorado residents. Most Colorado students qualify.
Outside Colorado (WUE / RIT)
Reduced nonresident tuition for eligible western states
$663.40 / credit
2026–27 WUE/RIT rate
What a term costs, tuition & fees included
Part-time (6 credits)
$4,678.82
$4,678.82
Full-time (12 credits)
$9,033.02
$9,033.02
Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) and Roadrunner Interstate Tuition (RIT) lower nonresident cost for students in participating states.
Planning the whole degree? Most online bachelor’s programs are 120 credits. Transfer credits count toward that, so you may have less to pay for than you think.
Up to $1,000
per semester
per semester
Scholarship for fully online majors. Declare a fully online major and you may qualify for up to $1,000 each fall and spring. No separate application required.
Learn about the online scholarship and other financial aid options
Veterans & military: 海角社区 is approved for VA education benefits. Veteran & military student services.
For exact, current figures, see the Undergraduate Tuition & Fees schedule.
Figures shown are 2026–27 rates and are for planning only. All rates are subject to change.
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Most applicants are admitted, and you will usually receive your admission decision within a few days.
- Create your application account using your personal email:
- Tell us you plan to study fully online to qualify for up to $1,000 per semester in scholarship funds
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Admission at a glance
You are typically eligible for admission if you have a 2.0 or higher unweighted high school GPA, are 20 or older with a high school diploma or GED, or have 24 or more transferable college credits.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can earn your economics degree 100% online, and we even let you choose between a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) to match your exact goals. Both options are taught by our expert on-campus faculty and come with great online perks, like qualifying for up to $1,000 per semester in specific online scholarships. You get all the academic rigor of a traditional classroom completely on your own schedule.
Your overall timeline depends on whether you enroll full-time or part-time, as well as the number of credits you transfer into the program. A standard full-time student starting fresh can expect to graduate in about four years, while those balancing a lighter course load will take a bit longer. We provide you with a personal success coach right from the start to help you build a realistic semester schedule that keeps your momentum going.
We鈥檙e highly transfer鈥慺riendly and want to make sure you get maximum credit for the college courses you鈥檝e already completed. You can plug your past coursework into Transferology to see how your general education classes map to 海角社区鈥檚 requirements. Our transfer team will also help you review your transcript so you can bypass the basics and move straight into your core economics and data analysis classes.
Economics teaches you how to look at the story behind markets, money, and policy, which makes you incredibly valuable to a massive range of employers. Depending on whether you choose our policy-focused B.A. or our business-focused B.S., you’ll be ready for high-demand roles as a financial analyst, market research specialist, policy advisor, or data consultant. It also serves as an exceptional academic foundation for law school or graduate programs in public policy and finance.
You will learn to think exactly like an economist, developing high-level skills in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics (the science of testing economic theories with data). We focus heavily on data analysis and strategic forecasting so you can confidently frame complex problems, test out ideas, and clearly explain what the numbers mean to decision-makers. You鈥檒l graduate with a perfect blend of quantitative data skills and sharp critical thinking.