School of Economics

Teaching the next generation of economic thinkers and problem solvers, researching topics of local and global significance, and serving Maine and our broader communities with distinction.

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Why Join the School of Economics

in research grants over five years

of our Undergraduate Alums
work in Maine after graduation

Our programs instill a unique way of thinking and solving problems, and a set of analytical tools that are in high demand. Economics majors enjoy fulfilling and lucrative careers in:

  • Banking
  • Financial Services
  • Consulting
  • Government Agencies
  • Non Profits
  • And more!

We hope you join UMaine’s School of Economics.

Outside the classroom, our students participate in research projects with School of Economics faculty and gain other resume enhancing experiences. We offer in-person and online undergraduate degrees in Economics and Financial Economics and have graduate programs that provide advanced training in Economics and related fields.

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