Many people learn about Economics for the first time when they take an introductory Economics course in college. Thus many students decide to major in Economics only in their second, or even third year. If you are thinking about amajor or minor in Economics, talk to a faculty member in the department about your interests and possible curricular paths. You can also explore this website to find out why we study Economics, what people say about Business and the Liberal Arts, career possibilities for Economists, the requirements for the major and minor, and other resources.