🇺🇸 After Class 12 · 4 years
Bachelors in Economics in the USA
Micro and macro economics, econometrics and policy, with strong quantitative training. Here's how Indian students get in after Class 12, what it costs and what comes next.
- 4 years
- Tuition $25,000 – $55,000/yr
- Class 12 + English test
- Loan & visa support
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How do I study Economics in the USA after Class 12?
A bachelor's in Economics in the USA takes 4 years. You need strong Class 12 marks (CBSE, ICSE or state board); SAT/ACT optional at many universities; English test (maths in Class 12 for most universities). Tuition is about $25,000 – $55,000 a year — roughly ₹94 lakh – ₹2.07 crore for the full degree before living costs (≈ $12,000 – $22,000 per year depending on city). Apply via common App or the university's own portal, usually by November–January for the fall intake.
Official sources: travel.state.gov — Student visa
Economics in the USA at a glance
- Duration
- 4 years
- Tuition (international)
- $25,000 – $55,000 a year
- Tuition for the full degree
- ₹94 lakh – ₹2.07 crore
- Living costs
- ≈ $12,000 – $22,000 per year depending on city
- Class 12 subjects
- Maths in Class 12 for most universities
- Entry
- Strong Class 12 marks (CBSE, ICSE or state board); SAT/ACT optional at many universities; English test
- How to apply
- Common App or the university's own portal, usually by November–January for the fall intake
- Work during study
- Up to 20 hours/week on campus during semesters
- After graduation
- OPT 12 months + 24-month STEM OPT extension for STEM-designated degrees
Overview
Studying Economics in the USA
Micro and macro economics, econometrics and policy, with strong quantitative training.
USA offers largest choice of universities and specialisations, STEM OPT gives up to 3 years of work experience after an eligible degree and research assistantships and teaching assistantships at many universities.
- Class 12: Maths in Class 12 for most universities
- Strong Class 12 marks (CBSE, ICSE or state board); SAT/ACT optional at many universities; English test
- Passport
- Statement of purpose / personal statement
- One or two school recommendation letters
- Proof of funds for the visa
Timeline
Timeline for the 2027 intake
- 01
Class 11–12
Keep marks high in required subjects; take the English test in Class 12.
- 02
Shortlist
Pick 6–8 universities in the USA across ambitious, realistic and safe options.
- 03
Apply
Common App or the university's own portal, usually by November–January for the fall intake
- 04
Offer and funds
Accept an offer, arrange savings or an education loan with a parent as co-applicant.
- 05
Visa
Apply for the F-1 student visa.
Universities
Universities we cover in the USA
Graduate tuition shown for comparison; undergraduate fees differ — check each university for Economics.
Careers
Careers after a Economics degree
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Yes. You need strong Class 12 marks (CBSE, ICSE or state board); SAT/ACT optional at many universities; English test, with maths in Class 12 for most universities.
Tuition is about $25,000 – $55,000 a year (₹94 lakh – ₹2.07 crore for the full degree), plus living costs of ≈ $12,000 – $22,000 per year depending on city.
4 years.
Yes — banks and NBFCs fund undergraduate study abroad with a parent as co-applicant; larger amounts usually need collateral.
OPT 12 months + 24-month STEM OPT extension for STEM-designated degrees.
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