--- url: https://www2.clarku.edu/departments/economics title: Department of Economics | Clark University description: The Clark University Economics Department offers undergraduate and doctoral degrees, and opportunities to engage in research and experiential learning. access_date: 2026-06-24T12:22:44.000Z current_date: 2026-06-24T12:22:45.003Z --- ![Magda Tsaneva working with student at her de](IMAGE) ## Welcome to the Department of Economics As the smallest Ph.D.-granting economics program in the United States, Clark University’s Department of Economics offers doctoral and undergraduate students close collaboration with distinctive faculty. We are committed to providing high-quality teaching, working with students on research projects, and advising them on their academic and career plans. ![world Economics class with professor looking over students work](IMAGE) ## Undergraduate Program As an undergraduate student in economics, you will receive a strong background in economic analysis and choose from courses on topics ranging from international and urban policy to the economics of sport. ![economics class with students looking at front of class](IMAGE) ## Graduate Program In our doctoral program, you will have access to small classes, faculty who have published in leading journals in their fields, and an intellectual environment where differences in disciplinary approaches need not serve as barriers to learning. ![Economics student showing poster at exhibi](IMAGE) ## Research Doctoral and undergraduate students in economics have the opportunity to present research on campus and, in many cases, at conferences. Qualified undergraduate students may be accepted into the department’s Honors Program, allowing for more in-depth research. ![Intern student Bobby Philbin](IMAGE) ## Careers and Internships in Economics As a student of economics, you will gain knowledge and skills highly valued in a wide variety of careers and fields, from business and industry to international development and public policy. Our undergraduate students are well-prepared to pursue graduate school. ## News ## Upcoming Events ## News --- #### Professor Emeritus Wayne Gray and his former Ph... #### Economics Department Seminar featured Nathan Fr... #### Economics Department Seminar features Monica Ag... #### Abhishek Mallick won the Best Poster Prize 2025 View All News Items --- There are currently no upcoming events. View all events Events from Climate, Environment, and Society Contact Information ### Department of Economics Office Location * Jonas Clark Hall, Room 124 950 Main Street Worcester, MA 01610 * 1-508-793-7226 * 1-508-793-8849 Fax Additional Contact Information * Computer Lab 1-508-793-7229 * Graduate Lounge 1-508-793-7238 Copyright © 2026 Clark University Public Information | Privacy Policy | Website Accessibility | Nondiscrimination Policy