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BA Mathematical Economic Analysis at Rice University

Rice University, United States

Programme overview

BA Mathematical Economic Analysis is a undergraduate degree programme at Rice University in Mathematical Economic Analysis (School of Social Sciences). Mathematical Economic Analysis (MTEC) is a major offered by the Department of Economics . The MTEC major consists of a specialized program that includes most of the courses required for the Economics (ECON) major, but also requires additional preparation in mathematics and statistics, several relatively technical economics electives, and a capstone course. The degree totals 52-56 credit hours.

Faculty: School of Social Sciences  |  Department: Mathematical Economic Analysis  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Houston, TX, United States

What you will study

A minimum of 16-17 courses (52-56 credit hours), depending on course selection, to satisfy major requirements. A minimum of 120 credit hours to satisfy degree requirements. A minimum of 7 courses (23 credit hours) taken at the 300-level or above. A maximum of 5 courses (15 credit hours) from study abroad or transfer credit after matriculation at Rice may be applied towards specific major requirements. For additional departmental guidelines regarding transfer credit, see the Policies tab.

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Entry requirements

Admission is to the university through Rice undergraduate admissions; no separate admission requirements are published for this major.

USD 71,140 a year (2026-27). Standard undergraduate tuition for students entering 2024 or later (students who entered before 2024 pay $65,280); one rate for all undergraduate majors and all students. Estimate; excludes student activity, recreation and health and wellness fees, room a Source

Entry term is Fall. Early Decision I and II and Regular Decision are offered.

Early Decision I closes November 1 with decisions by mid-December; Early Decision II and Regular Decision close January 4, Regular Decision decisions by April 1. The application fee is $75. SAT/ACT scores are optional (recommended, not required).

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