About our General Economics Specialization 

Economics is the study of decision making. As a student in the General Economics specialization, you will learn to think creatively and deeply about important economic issues facing the world today. You will apply a variety of perspectives to issues of economic efficiency, economic growth, international trade, public policy, environment, and social justice.  

In addition to preparation for business and government agency employment, an economics major is excellent preparation for law schools, Master of Business Administration programs, and graduate programs in economics, agricultural economics, and natural resource management 

Why specialize in General Economics at CWU?  

Positions of responsibility in today’s world are usually held by individuals who have the capacity to analyze complex problems and make intelligent decisions. Getting your a degree in Economics will help you develop these skills and analyze real-world problems and opportunities to solve them.

Program Highlights

Where is this program offered? 

Ellensburg

How much does this program cost? 

Find out how much this program costs through the registrar.

Clubs and Student Organizations

The college experience is what you make it and the way you spend your time outside of the classroom is important. These experiences will shape your life at school and beyond so take advantage of everything available. What better way to meet people with common interests, make friends, and accomplish personal goals than getting involved in a club!

Careers and Outcomes  

This program will prepare you for a career in economics, working in data collection, research analysis, forecasting, planning and consulting.

• Economic Consultant
• Policy Analyst
• Economic Development Specialist
• Internal Trade Specialist
• Economist

Our CWU graduates are employed by large corporations such as Levi Strauss & CO, Boeing, Google, Amazon, AT&T, and Convoy Inc.

Degree Information 

For information regarding admission requirements, required and elective courses, please reference the 2022-2023 Academic Catalog.

Questions? Contact us. 

To declare a major or minor program email cbadvising@cwu.edu with your student email for next steps. 

Do you just need to take a class to transfer back to your college or university? Please see our helpful instructions for taking a class as a non-degree seeking student.

CWU’s College of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). Only 5% of business schools globally earn the coveted designation.

For more information, reference our Accreditation information.