UF Economics offers a comprehensive set of rigorous educational programs that train students for meaningful careers and informed citizenship. We offer an undergraduate major and minor, a 4+1 combined BA/MA program in Econometric and Data Analysis, a fully online MA in Econometric and Data Analysis, and a doctoral program. Our faculty conduct cutting-edge research that is featured in the discipline’s leading academic journals, as well as the popular press. While faculty conduct research across the wide array of economic subfields, the department has expertise in applied microeconomics, economics of education, industrial organization, international trade, public economics, and macroeconomics.
Department Contacts
- Department Chair: Dr. Thomas Knight
- Doctoral Advisor and Program Director: Dr. Richard Romano
- Master’s Advisor and Program Director: Dr. Thomas Knight
- Undergraduate Advisor and Program Director: Dr. Kristian Estevez
- Office Manager: Diana Delgado
- Academic Assistant: Valeria Zoilo
Department Office: Matherly Hall 224 | Phone: (352) 392-0151
 "I fully enjoyed my PhD years at UF Economics . I had the opportunity to learn from and work with excellent professors, who I felt were dedicated to my success and always available to mentor and guide me. I enjoyed the opportunity to teach undergraduate students as part of the program. The program and the faculty also helped connect me to RA positions, such as the one at the Institute of Child Health Policy, which led to my ultimately choosing to become a health economist. This program prepared me to become a successful economist." Kritee Gujral, U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs |  "The MA program was a great opportunity to learn how to apply the theories and skills learned in the undergraduate program. With the emphasis on data analysis and econometric research the program definitely positions you for a career in consulting, data analysis, or professional services. I would highly recommend it." Jacob Ashby, Deloitte |  "I wanted to learn more Economics near the end of my undergrad career, but did not want to commit to a PhD. The MA program is a happy medium for those like me who also want to learn more economics but are ambivalent about getting a PhD. The program was the best kind of challenge and I would make the decision to it again, everyday of the week." Val Raymond, American Express |