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Murray State University

1375 Chestnut St, Murray, KY 42071, United States

Murray State University is a public university in Murray, Kentucky, in the Southern United States. In addition to the main campus in Calloway County in southwestern Kentucky, Murray State operates extended campuses offering upper-level and graduate courses in Paducah, Hopkinsville, Madisonville, and Henderson.

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Bachelor of Economics

Economics is the study of how individuals, businesses and government make decisions, how markets work, and how economic forces affect market outcomes and social systems. Economics at Murray State University is designated as a STEM program. It’s an analytical discipline — one suited for those who enjoy finding solutions to questions and problems. Does that sound like you? If so, consider studying economics at Murray State University and take the first step toward beginning your career. Economics is among the top 15 majors with highest lifetime earnings. It is also one of the most versatile majors that allows students to tailor the program to their career goals in business, finance, healthcare administration, law, politics, foreign affairs, government and more.

Degree options: If you major in Economics, you can earn either a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics.

Already have an associate degree? Check out the Economics Transfer Pathway to see how you can earn your bachelors in Economics at Murray State.

ARTHUR J. BAUERNFEIND COLLEGE OF BUSINESS

DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS AND FINANCE

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Clubs and Internships

There are plenty of opportunities to get involved with campus activities at Murray State, so why not get started with the Finance and Economics Society or the Omicron Delta Epsilon honor society in economics? Attend presentations from exciting speakers in the finance field. Find leadership opportunities. Take trips to businesses in Nashville, Louisville and surrounding cities. Work with classmates and faculty on a more personal level. Discover scholarship opportunities. The world of finance is waiting is waiting for you.

https://www.murraystate.edu/programs/cob/economics.aspx

Admission Requirements

Minimum Requirements and Document Checklist

Undergraduate Applicants - (Bachelor's Degree)

Transcripts for all years of high school with a minimum GPA of 2.0

If transcripts are not written in English, you must also submit certified translations

High School Diploma OR Graduation Certificate

If the graduation certificate is not written in English, you must also submit a certified translation

Proof of Financial Support

Bank Statement (issued within the last 6 months) showing a balance of at least $26,630 OR
Scholarship Letter

Copy of Passport for applicant and all dependents

No NECO Results will be accepted. Please submit WAEC results. (This only applies to students submitting high school scores from Nigeria.)

English Language Proficiency Minimum Requirements:

IELTS overall score of 6.0 (5.5 for full admission with condition)
TOEFL overall score of 71 (61 for full admission with condition)
SAT score of 960
GTEC overall score of 1190 (1100 for full admission with condition)
PTE overall score of 51 (45 for full admission with condition)
Duolingo English Test overall score of 100 or higher (90 for full admission with condition)
TOEIC overall score of 790 or higher with 160 or higher speaking (700 with 140 or higher speaking for full admission with condition)
Kaplan English Certificate Advanced Level (Higher Intermediate Level for full admission with condition)
Admission to or Completion of the ESL Program at Murray State University OR
British / Cambridge International Examinations: GCE, GCSE, IGCSE, AICE, HIGCSE certificate with five O-Level subject passes, or a level of B-2 or higher on the Cambridge English exam.
Completion of one semester of full-time university level classes (minimum of 12 credit hours) with a 2.5 GPA or higher at an accredited US institution OR
Graduation from a high school in the United States OR
Students from the following countries are not required to submit English proficiency scores: Antigua, Australia, Bahamas, Belize, British Islands, Cameroon (University of Buea and University of Bamenda), Canada, Ghana, Ireland, Kenya, Namibia, New Zealand, Nigeria and United Kingdom.

Admitted with condition: undergraduates must maintain a 2.0 GPA in the first semester, and graduate students must maintain a 3.0 GPA in the first semester.

https://www.murraystate.edu/admissions/international/Admissions/index.aspx