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Bachelor of Business Administration in Economics (STEM)

Kent State University

USA,Ohio

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 23,590/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 70

Application Fee

Jan 2026

Apply Date

USA, Ohio

Type: University

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1910

Total Students: 36,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

800 E Summit St, Kent, OH 44240, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Business Administration in Economics (STEM)

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Economics equips students with a variety of skills sought by employers, including conceptualizing and solving problems; locating, organizing and using relevant information; and analytical ability.

In their junior year, students learn microeconomic and macroeconomic theory and take an econometrics class to learn basic analytical skills. Students then take a series of electives that deal with vital current topics relevant to many careers in which these theories and skills are applied, such as U.S. financial and banking system; the economic relations between the United States and foreign countries; government spending and taxation policies; and the U.S. health system and policy options.

During their senior year, students take a capstone course that utilizes and applies the theory, skills and institutional knowledge learned in the program.

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

Conceptualize and analyze problems using economic concepts and reasoning.
Critically analyze alternative economic policy proposals.
Use analytic and quantitative techniques that are use extensively in economic to formulate and test hypotheses.

Graduates of all Bachelor of Business Administration programs will be able to:

Recall strategic frameworks that are used to make business decisions.
Perform basic calculations using quantitative tools that are used to support business decisions.
Articulate and deliberate their ideas in writing.
Articulate and deliberate their ideas orally.
Identify ethical dilemmas and stakeholders.
Recommend alternatives and consequences and choose a reasoned conclusion from the alternatives given.
Identify global factors in making a business decision.
Analyze global factors in making a business decision.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
may 2025		Not Available
aug 2025		Closed
jan 2026		Open
may 2026		Open
aug 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 70

Tuition Fee

CAD 23,590 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Kent State University

CAD 13,440 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 71
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 48.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 100.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 58.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
Global Scholarship Honors Scholarship Polatajko Family Scholarship Graduate Assistantships and Fellowships	Global Scholarship: Available for incoming international undergraduate students. Renewable if maintaining full-time enrollment and good academic standing. Deadline: July 1 for Fall (August start) November 1 for Spring (January start) March 1 for Summer (May start) Honors Scholarship: For new freshmen admitted to the Honors College. Acholarship is based on GPA. Deadline: December 1 for Spring (January start) January 15 for Fall (August start) Polatajko Family Scholarship: For undergraduate and graduate students with a minimum GPA of 2.75. Deadline: August 1 for Fall January 10 for Spring Graduate Assistance: Includes fellowships and assistantships (teaching, research, or administrative). Offers tuition waivers and stipends in exchange for up to 20 hours of work per week. Work Opportunities: International students can work up to 20 hours per week on-campus. LINK: https://www.kent.edu/admissions/international-students-scholarship-resources	Global Scholarship Range: $4,300 to $15,000 annually. Honors Scholarship Range: $2,000 to $17,000 annually. Polatajko Family Scholarship Amount: $1,000 (non-renewable).

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.