Why choose economics at North Central College?
Working closely with our well-respected faculty, you’ll develop not only your quantitative skills but also your reasoning and decision-making skills. Using examples from today’s headlines to evaluate the theories that affect public policy and market forces, you’ll discover how best to draw conclusions from data and present your findings convincingly. This careful training will serve you well in virtually any career, since thoughtful decision makers are always in demand.
You can also:
- Collaborate with powerhouse professors like Diane Anstine and Andrew Whitaker, both recognized as teaching fellows for their excellence in teaching.
- Visit the nearby Chicago Board of Trade, Chicago Board Options Exchange and Federal Reserve.
- Apply for competitive internships and job opportunities arranged through faculty and alumni networks or through our Career Development office.
- Join student organizations like the campus chapter of Omicron Delta Epsilon and the Bulls and Bears finance club, which arrange networking events and guest speakers.
