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What can you do with a major in…<\/div>

Applied Economics<\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n
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Applied Economics Program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

How do the theories of economics play out in the production, distribution and consumption of goods and services? The applied economics major at Mary Washington equips you with practical ways of thinking about the interactions among consumers, businesses, and entire economic systems. You\u2019ll ground yourself in quantitative analysis and methods, computing, research and communication \u2013 skills to help you understand and solve problems at every level of industry and commerce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please consult the UMW Undergraduate Catalog<\/a> for specific and up-to-date major requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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