Economics Department (Undergrad)

AUBG’s economics program has been repeatedly ranked as one of the best in the country. It’s been recognized by the Ministry of Education not only for its academic caliber, but also its ability to develop graduates into outstanding professionals who then take leading positions in government, business, the NGO sector and academia.

Some advantages of studying at the American University in Bulgaria include:

• Earning a U.S. and a European diploma
• Being immersed in a multinational community with students from 40+ countries
• Ability to create a Self-Designed Major with guidance from one of our professors
• Preparing for global career success and securing a bright professional future (We have a 99.8% employment rate!)
• Experiencing Bulgaria – one of Europe’s most exciting, diverse, and hospitable destinations

The American University in Bulgaria is in the unique position of being accredited both in the United States (by the New England Commission of Higher Education, formerly the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc.) and in Bulgaria (by the National Agency for Evaluation and Accreditation). AUBG is chartered as an institution of higher education by an act of the Grand National Assembly of the Republic of Bulgaria.

All undergraduate students are required to live on campus as part of the university mission. Since our students come from over 40 countries, living in halls feels like being part of a mini map of the world! In this safe, secure and comfortable environment, lifelong friendships are born and minds are opened amid diversity and mutual respect. The residence halls are a smoke-free environment and disability accessible. Activity areas include aerobic rooms, music practice rooms, multipurpose rooms, billiard and ping pong areas, several television lounges, outside decks, kitchens, and cafes. All of our residence halls are secured 24 hours with a security guard. We have common areas where you can either study or rest along with your friends.

• Housing : $735 – $905
• Health Insurance for International Students: $75
• Textbooks: $300
• Student activity fee: $315
• Meal plan : $100