Current Undergraduate Students

We’re glad you’re here and hope you feel welcome and safe in the School of Economics. We encourage you to take advantage of the opportunities available to you at UMaine and in the School of Economics.

We offer undergraduate degrees in Economics and Financial Economics, three different minors, and some of our students are in the interdisciplinary program in Ecology and Environmental Sciences.

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SOE Undergraduate Programs

Economics BA (in-person or online)

Economics BS

Financial Economics BA

Financial Economics BS

Ecology and Environmental Sciences

International Affairs – Economics

4+1 Program

Economics Minors

Learning Outcomes

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All Economics and Financial Economics students take a core set of classes in microeconomics, macroeconomics and data analysis.

The BA and BS degrees have different math requirements, e.g., BS programs require calculus (or an equivalent math course).

The Economics degrees cover a broad set of topics (e.g., Urban, Behavioral, Environmental, Economic Development, Health, Economic Growth), whereas the Financial Economics degrees are more focused and build skills in accounting and finance as well. The other Economics courses and general electives that you take set your degree apart!

Tips to help you succeed in the School of Economics

Seek out and take advantage of the opportunities that we offer outside the classroom.
Get to know your fellow students, the faculty and your academic advisor.
Regularly attend classes, ask questions, complete assignments on time, and (if needed) visit professors during their office hours.
Get involved in UMaine activities.
Find an internship, summer job, or participate in a semester abroad program.
If you need support, reach out to your academic advisor or one of the resources listed below.