BA Economics and Mathematics

This program is designed for students who want a rigorous, analytical foundation in economics with advanced mathematical training — perfect for careers in finance, research, or graduate study. And in true NYU fashion, you're not just studying theories — you’re applying them right in the heart of NYC.

Experiential learning includes:

• Faculty-guided research opportunities through NYU’s Undergraduate Research Program (URP), where students assist on live economic modeling, game theory, and market design projects.

• Advanced training in software like MATLAB, R, Python, and Stata, often integrated into coursework for empirical economics and mathematical modeling.

• Access to Math and Economics help labs and NYU’s Quantitative Reasoning Center, for collaborative problem-solving and tutoring support.

• The chance to complete a senior honors thesis, often involving real data and faculty mentorship from both Courant and the Economics Department.

• Participation in NYU’s Economics Society and Courant student groups, where students engage in workshops, competitions, and guest lectures.

• Opportunities to work with research centers like the Center for Experimental Social Science (CESS), focusing on behavioral and experimental economics.

• Prime internship access through NYU Wasserman Center for Career Development, often placing students in roles at the Federal Reserve, economic think tanks, top consulting firms, and Wall Street.

NYU’s BA in Economics and Mathematics offers a rigorous, interdisciplinary education ideal for students aiming for careers in finance, data analytics, economic research, or quantitative consulting. Typical job roles include financial analyst, data scientist, economic researcher, and actuarial associate. Here's how NYU supports your goals:

• The NYU Wasserman Center for Career Development offers major-specific career coaching, internships, employer events, and access to top recruiters.

• Over 90% of graduates are employed or in graduate programs within six months, with starting salaries often in the $70,000–$90,000 range.

• Thanks to NYU’s prime location in Manhattan, students access internships and mentorships with global firms like Morgan Stanley, Bloomberg, and the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.

• Accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), the program delivers long-term academic and professional credibility.

• The blend of theoretical economics and advanced math builds a skillset valued across finance, tech, government, and consulting industries.

Further Academic Progression:
Graduates are highly competitive candidates for quantitative master's programs in economics, finance, data science, or PhD programs in economics and applied mathematics, as well as MBA and law school paths.