Join the International Year One program at Western Washington University! Prepare for your Bachelor's in Economics and Mathematics. Apply today!
Program Description The International Year program will provide you with the solid foundation you need to be successful in your university degree. Offered as a one, two, or three quarter program, you will study a range of subjects to develop your language and study skills, while focusing on your chosen field. After successfully completing your International Year, you will be able to progress to your undergraduate degree at Western. The study of Economics provides an understanding of economic concepts and the functioning of the economy, in conjunction with economic analysis in problem solving. Mathematics is the study of pattern, structure, and change. The integration of concepts from both Economics and Mathematics creates proficiencies in both fields and provides a foundation for graduates to be successful in advanced study in economics or business. A degree in Economics and Mathematics from Western is excellent preparation for a career as an economist, or other various fields of study. Students gain critical theory skills through economics and mathematics courses, and have options to follow their pathway of interest with elective courses. A degree in Economics and Math can be an excellent gateway to many careers, particularly ones that require advanced skills in quantitative analysis. The combination of economics and mathematics develops students’ skills in both fields and is particularly well suited for students preparing for graduate work in economics or business. Professional economists are employed as researchers in both business and government and as teachers and researchers in academic institutions. A career as an economist generally requires the completion of graduate studies beyond the bachelor's degree. Given the importance of math to economic analysis the combined economics/math major has led to a high success rate for admissions to graduate programs in economics and to professional schools in law and business (MBA).
