If finances are not a limitation, take a look at:
- Academic fit:
- For economics:
- How math intensive (i.e. no calculus, single variable calculus, or multivariable calculus and/or linear algebra used in intermediate economics courses). More math (and statistics) is generally better if intending to go on to PhD study in economics.
- What upper level economics electives are offered.
- Whether the economics major is limited access. If so, does the student have direct admission? If no direct admission, how difficult or competitive is declaring the major after enrolling undeclared?
- General academics, as in general education requirements and out-of-major elective offerings.
- For economics:
- Non-academic factors like social scene (including fraternities and sororities or lack thereof), location, activities available, weather, etc…