Investigate the evolving and interrelated nature of economic systems with hands-on research, a liberal arts lens and an emphasis on career readiness
As an economics major at Muhlenberg, you will be tackling this challenge with hands-on, research-driven methods that transform theory beyond the classroom and into the real world, where globalization, sustainability, inequality and technology are all informing the future.
Your understanding of economics will be bolstered by the interdisciplinary boundlessness of a liberal arts education, where you’ll be encouraged to meld these studies with other majors and programs that inspire passion while you customize your major. Enthusiastic faculty will support the academic risks you take and bring the latest in economic trends and dilemmas into the classroom in a curriculum that remains relevant in these dynamic times.
You’ll be exposed to career-oriented assignments that demonstrate the breadth of different career paths and graduate studies unlocked by your economics degree as well as the individual guidance from faculty to ensure you reach your full potential as you embark on your next chapter after graduation.
Economics at Muhlenberg
“I wouldn't be where I am if I didn't go to Muhlenberg. I don’t think I would have [networked in the industry] as a freshman at any other school.” ”— Adrienne Ellison '23 , Financial Analyst for Goldman Sachs
Associate Professor of Business & Economics Donna Bergenstock shares how she became interested in her area of research
Jarrett Felix '14 works as a consultant and actuary at The Segal Group. Felix shares details about his job, the challenges of working with high-profile clients on tight deadlines as well what he finds most rewarding. Felix offers advice to Muhlenberg students interested in landing jobs at consultant firms and launching into careers as actuaries.
Former Muhlenberg soccer player Dave Vassilaros ’03 is on a mission to encourage coaches to prioritize young players’ well-being and personal development over winning.
Andrew Gaines ’24 asked Google’s AI chatbot to build portfolios and examined the results, an experience that helped him stand out as a candidate for his current internship at Englebert Financial Advisers.
Eglinton, who’s now studying education policy at the University of Pennsylvania, worked with Assistant Professor of Business Greg Collins on the report, which the state of Pennsylvania used to inform its decision to increase the subsidy rates paid to providers who participate in a program for low-income families.
