Department of Economics
The department supports students at the undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels through tutoring, research, scholarship and hands-on learning opportunities. Join a community of scholars and educators exploring the forces that shape markets, organizations and everyday decision-making.
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Accelerated 4+1 Degrees
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STUDENT EXPERIENCE
The right opportunities can change your future. Economics graduate Gabrielle Swaine shares how study abroad, campus involvement and mentorship shaped her path to graduate school.
FACULTY HIGHLIGHT
Professor Parag Mahajan received the 2026 Excellence in Honors Teaching Award after students recognized his engaging, approachable teaching style. You can also explore our complete list of faculty publications.
Economics Seminar Series
Hear leading scholars discuss today’s most intriguing economic topics.
Center for Economic Education and Entrepreneurship (CEEE)
The CEEE prepares K-12 educators and students in economics, personal finance and entrepreneurship.
Job Market Candidates
Explore the profiles and research interests of our Ph.D. in economics job candidates.
Lerner graduate admissions and recruitment director Patrick Cahill shares practical advice for evaluating graduate business programs, from career outcomes and flexibility to teaching quality, helping professionals navigate a changing workforce with confidence.
Recent Stories
From Scottish supporters in kilts filling New York’s Times Square to Dutch fans in bright orange marching through city streets and international visitors gathering in neighborhood pubs across North America, this summer’s 2026 FIFA World Cup has transformed the United...
article written by Diane Stopyra, feature writer and associate editor, UD Magazine He’s come face to face with an African bush elephant in Botswana, feasted (reluctantly) on a slab of reindeer tongue in Sweden, and perched on black volcanic rock at the base of the...
Students say Parag Mahajan has a unique ability to turn challenging economic concepts into lessons that are clear, engaging and approachable. In recognition of that impact, the University of Delaware economics professor received the 2026 Excellence in Honors Teaching...
The University of Delaware Board of Trustees approved the promotions of 88 faculty members at its semiannual meeting on May 11, including eight promotions for Lerner College faculty. Promoted to the rank of professor, who had already been granted tenure: Matthias...
