Economics is the study of how individuals, firms and nations make choices when confronted with limited resources. At Saint Louis University, economics majors learn to apply theory and problem-solving skills while balancing public policy with the choices faced by today’s society. Through the Richard A. Chaifetz School of Business’s economics curriculum, students will learn to apply theory and problem-solving skills while balancing public policy with the choices faced by today’s society. The Chaifetz School of Business, with its continuing mission to provide excellence in business education, has developed an economics program that is one of a kind in the region. Helping students develop strong ethical, technical and professional skills, the program provides in-depth knowledge and expertise in economics.

Proof of financial support must include: A letter of financial support from the person(s) or sponsoring agency funding the time at Saint Louis University; A letter from the sponsor's bank verifying that the funds are available and will be so for the duration of study at the University. Academic records, in English translation, of students who have undertaken postsecondary studies outside the United States must include the courses taken and/or lectures attended, practical laboratory work, the maximum and minimum grades attainable, the grades earned or the results of all end-of-term examinations, and any honors or degrees received. WES and ECE transcripts are accepted. English Language Proficiency Requirements: Paper-based TOEFL (PBT) - 550 Computer-based TOEFL (IBT) - 80 International English Language Testing System (IELTS) - 6.5 Pearson Test of English (PTE) - 54