The University of Arizona (UA) is a public land-grant research university in Tucson, Arizona. Founded in 1885 by the 13th Arizona Territorial Legislature, it was the first university in the Arizona Territory. The university is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities Very High Research Activity". The University of Arizona is one of three universities governed by the Arizona Board of Regents. As of 2021, the university enrolled 49,471 students in 19 separate colleges/schools, including the University of Arizona College of Medicine in Tucson and Phoenix and the James E. Rogers College of Law, and is affiliated with two academic medical centers (Banner University Medical Center Tucson and Banner University Medical Center Phoenix). In 2021, University of Arizona acquired Ashford University.
The Department of Economics at the University of Arizona in Tucson, Arizona, operates within the Eller College of Management, serving as a center for studying economic principles, policies, and real-world applications. It provides a comprehensive range of programs aimed at developing strong analytical skills and a thorough understanding of economic dynamics. Faculty members conduct impactful research across various fields, including experimental and behavioral economics, enriching student learning. The department cultivates a collaborative and intellectually stimulating atmosphere, preparing graduates for successful careers in diverse sectors like academia, government, and private industry. With its robust curriculum, distinguished faculty, and research facilities such as the Economic Science Laboratory, the department significantly contributes to economic understanding and shapes future economists.
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