As an MSU Denver Online student, you receive all benefits of in-person students, including 24/7 tutoring and mental health support, plus dedicated Success Coaches for your online journey.
Declare a fully online Anthropology major and you can get up to $1000 per semester in scholarships that are not need based.
MSU Denver courses are designed with your career in mind and we offer internship and job placement assistance unique to your situation.
Both programs provide comprehensive economic foundations. The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in economics is more academic and policy-oriented, while the Bachelor of Science (B.S.) is tailored toward business applications and workforce preparation. Although the specific course requirements may vary, the B.S. programs typically require more advanced mathematics and quantitative courses compared to the B.A. programs.
For more information or help to determine which Economics Degree online is right for you, talk with the Economics faculty or your academic advisor.
Great for students interested in academic research, policy work, government, or nonprofits
Sets you up for grad school in fields like economics, law, political science, public policy, or sociology
If you’re planning to go to grad school, consider taking extra math and stats courses to strengthen your skills. Economics faculty can help you decide which ones.
Ideal for students looking to jump straight into corporate roles, finance, or consulting
Includes specialized concentrations tailored to industry needs
Prepares you for grad school, especially in fields that value quantitative analysis and business savvy
A degree in economics from MSU Denver Online isn’t just about understanding markets—it’s about opening doors to a diverse range of careers in business, policy, and beyond. Explore the opportunities that await you with a flexible and affordable degree that fits your life:
Business Analyst: Use economic theory and data analysis to drive business strategy and performance.
Financial Analyst: Help companies and individuals make informed investment decisions.
Policy Analyst: Shape public policy by evaluating economic and social data to inform government and nonprofit decisions.
Market Research Analyst: Interpret market trends to help companies develop products and marketing strategies.
Data Analyst: Turn raw data into actionable insights that improve operations and decision-making.
Management Consultant: Advise organizations on how to improve efficiency and profitability using economic models and analysis.
Economic Consultant: Provide specialized advice in legal cases, public policy, or business strategy.
Actuary: Use economic and statistical techniques to assess risk and uncertainty in finance and insurance sectors.
Graduate Study Options: Prepare for advanced degrees in law, business, public policy, or economics.
Our online Economics Degree curriculum covers essential topics such as microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics. At the core, our curriculum is about an approach to thinking about human behavior and the world and that approach is widely useful in many jobs. Our classes are small and our instructors are accessible. As an online student you get individualized attention to help you succeed.
Our online economics program offers the flexibility to balance your education with your personal and professional life. Learn anytime, anywhere while studying receiving a top-tier education from an accredited university. Plus, when you receive your degree online, you have access to success coaching as well as online specific scholarships.
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120 Credit Hours Degree completion requirement |
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Online Learning
Courses vary year-to-year. Contact us for questions about courses to satisfy your degree requirements.
Low in-state tuition, reduced tuition for western states, scholarships exclusive to online majors, and flexibility to take as many or few classes as you want, all make MSU Denver the affordable online choice.
As low as $315.20 /credit*
Example: 12 credits – $4,703.36 total including tuition & fees.
*Colorado Opportunity Fund (COF) reduces per-credit costs for eligible Colorado residents.
As low as $646.80 /credit
Example: 12 credits – $682.56 total including tuition & fees.
Western Undergraduate Exchange (WUE) and Roadrunner Interstate Tuition (RIT) reduce nonresident costs for certain states.
Declare a fully online major and you may qualify for up to $1,000 per semester (fall/spring). No separate scholarship application is required.
Learn more about eligibility and how it works.
Exclusively online students save over $100 per semester in fees compared to on-campus students.
See detailed tuition and fee information:
Undergraduate Tuition & Fees.
Figures shown are example 2025–26 rates.
Most applicants are admitted, and you’ll usually get your decision within a few days.
What happens next: Once you submit your application, you’ll hear back within a few days.
Send your official college transcripts. If you have 24 or more transferable credits, you don’t need to submit a high school transcript.
See how your credits will transfer. Use Transferology to check how your previous classes may apply toward your degree.
You’re eligible for admission if you have a 2.0 or higher unweighted high school GPA, are 20 or older with a high school diploma or GED, or have 24 or more transferable college credits.
Let us know more about you and we’ll send you information about online programs, timelines and more.
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