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Visit the College of Arts & SciencesBy pairing a BS in economics with an MBA or MS in accounting, business analytics or journalism, you will gain a unique skillset and be positioned for important roles in a range of professional environments. These accelerated dual-degree (3+1) programs put you on the fast track to career success.
Quinnipiac offers 4 accelerated dual-degree (3+1) programs that begin with a basis in economics and combine the interdisciplinary and intellectual growth of a liberal arts education with a strong focus on career development. Whichever path you choose, you’ll enjoy significant cost savings by completing your undergraduate and graduate degrees in just 4 years, as well as the competitive advantage of entering the workforce a year earlier.
From the boardroom to the newsroom, a foundation in economic theory and analysis is invaluable:
Adding an economics background to the management and decision-making skills of an MBA can put graduates on the fast track to leadership roles in global business environments.
Understanding individual markets and the economic impact of public policies enables accountants to resolve complex budgetary and tax issues for global companies.
Analysts who can harness the power of big data and predict global economic trends can significantly help the growth and financial health of any organization.
Storytellers can leverage their passion for economics toward careers as data journalists or reporters and editors dedicated to breaking business, labor and economic news.
As a 3+1 student, you’ll have the flexibility to complete internships, study abroad or participate in the Quinnipiac University in Washington, D.C. program. Those who choose the QU in DC program will live for a semester in our nation’s capital while interning with an array of government and media organizations. Additionally, career fairs and networking events bring representatives to campus from Big-4 accounting firms, media organizations, corporations, financial services agencies, investment banks and other potential employers. Students who pursue the MS in Accounting path will meet the 150-hour education requirement to take the Uniform CPA Examination to become a certified public accountant.
As a 3+1 student, you will have the flexibility to participate in experiential learning, internships and study abroad opportunities. These experiences play a large role in career development and are central to this dual-degree program. Our students have a strong support system that includes dedicated faculty and staff, alumni connections and a career development office that works to develop job preparation and interview skills.
Our accelerated dual-degree (3+1) program enables you to earn your undergraduate and graduate degrees in the most efficient and economical way possible, positioning you for success in a competitive landscape. This approach to earning your degrees advances on traditional higher education models by focusing on rigorous, interdisciplinary and experiential learning.
The benefits include:
Saving time and money: You’ll complete your degrees sooner, save on tuition costs and enter the workforce at least one year earlier, with a graduate degree
Competitive career positioning: Your graduate degree will give you an advantage in a competitive landscape
Scholarships: Your Quinnipiac merit scholarships are available throughout your master’s degree program*
Dedicated guidance: You’ll be partnered with the director of the program within the school who will also be your academic adviser
Experiential learning: You’ll have access to special programming and networking opportunities for program students
Course overload fees are waived during the Fall and Spring semesters for students in accelerated dual-degree programs up to 19 credits per term (or up to 20 credits per term for up to two semesters for students engaging in a study abroad program). Summer and/or January term courses may be required to earn the accelerated graduate degree and are also offered at no cost to students in accelerated dual-degree programs.**
*This only applies to the one graduate program associated with your chosen dual-degree.
**Not to exceed a seven-credit limit per Summer (Summer 1 and Summer 2 combined) or a three-credit limit per January term in which you enroll in courses. Any additional credits in a Summer or January term will have associated credit hour costs. Please see the tuition and fee schedule on the webpage for specific costs per program.
Accelerated dual-degree students, like all students, are required to live on campus for their first three years of enrollment.
The median income for economics majors with a bachelor’s degree is $71,876 (Zippia.com, 2022).
The Quinnipiac University in Washington, D.C. program gives enthusiastic students from a range of majors the opportunity to live and intern in the nation’s capital, the hub for American politics, government, international relations and national security. Our network is constantly expanding and consists of numerous organizations in the D.C. area, including national security agencies, congressional offices and the White House, as well as think tanks, news corporations, and public affairs agencies.
Our undergraduate admissions counselors are here to answer any questions you may have and help you navigate the application process.