Susquehanna University

What you'll study

The programme is built on the Economics major curriculum, augmented by specialised courses that apply economic thinking to environmental challenges. You will study core principles such as microeconomics, macroeconomics and econometrics alongside environmental and policy‑oriented modules.

• Core economics: introductory micro and macro, intermediate microeconomics, intermediate macroeconomics, econometrics/statistics and research methods.
• Environmental economics and policy: environmental and natural resource economics, cost–benefit analysis for environmental decisions, economics of climate change, valuation of ecosystem services, and law and policy instruments for environmental regulation.
• Quantitative and analytical skills: applied statistics, data analysis for economic policy, and use of software for empirical work (e.g. spreadsheets, statistical packages).
• Interdisciplinary options: courses from environmental studies, political science, geography and sustainability that complement economic approaches—examples include environmental policy, sustainable development, land‑use and conservation, and energy systems.
• Experiential learning: a senior seminar or capstone project, independent research or honours thesis, and opportunities for internships, community‑based projects and fieldwork that apply economic tools to real environmental problems.

Entry requirements

Admission to Susquehanna University follows the institution's general undergraduate standards. Successful applicants typically demonstrate strong secondary‑school achievement and a readiness for quantitative coursework.

• High school diploma or equivalent with a record of academic achievement.
• Preparation in mathematics (algebra, and preferably some exposure to pre‑calculus or calculus) and one or more social science courses are recommended to succeed in the major.
• Completed application materials: academic transcripts, personal statement/essay, and school recommendation(s) as required by the university admissions process.
• International applicants should provide equivalent documentation of secondary education and demonstrate English language proficiency where applicable.
• Transfer applicants should provide college transcripts; transfer credit and placement in quantitative courses are assessed on an individual basis.

Career prospects

Graduates with an economics degree that emphasises environmental policy enter a wide range of public, private and non‑profit roles. The combination of economic analysis and environmental knowledge is valued across sectors.

• Policy analyst or researcher in government agencies and environmental regulators.
• Sustainability or environmental consultant in private industry, utilities, and consulting firms.
• Positions with non‑governmental organisations and think tanks focused on conservation, climate policy and resource management.
• Business roles related to corporate sustainability, environmental compliance and natural resource economics.
• Further study: many graduates pursue graduate degrees such as a master’s in environmental economics, public policy, environmental management, business with a sustainability emphasis, or professional degrees like law.

Why study at Susquehanna University

Susquehanna offers a liberal‑arts environment with small class sizes and close faculty mentoring, which is well suited to developing the analytical and communication skills economists need. The university supports undergraduate research, internships and fieldwork that let students apply economic tools to real environmental problems.

• Small seminars and personalised advising help you tailor coursework and research to specific environmental interests.
• Access to internship and experiential learning opportunities with regional employers, government agencies and non‑profits.
• Interdisciplinary collaboration across economics, environmental studies and political science to provide a holistic view of environmental policy challenges.
• Career and alumni networks that assist with post‑graduation placement and pathways to graduate study.