Welcome to the Department of Economics at The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA). Located in the Carlos Alvarez College of Business, we are a member of the American Society of Hispanic Economists. Striving for excellent teaching and scholarly research accomplishment, our full-time faculty members are well respected in their various research fields.
Department Office
Main Campus, Business Building (BB) , 4.01.10
Monday thru Friday | 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
210-458-4315
Department Chair in Economics, Associate Professor
Economics
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First Gen
Learn state-of-the-art quantitative methods, gain relevant experience with applied analytical tools and graduate with a competitive edge. Earn your master’s degree in economics from the top-ranked business school in San Antonio.
Attend an upcoming brown bag research workshop to support faculty and doctoral students as they present early-stage research projects to collect feedback.
July 12, 2024
Lucas Dean Named American Athletic Conference Football Scholar-Athlete of the YearPublished by UTSA Today
MBA student and football player Lucas Dean recognized for his achievements in the classroom.
May 22, 2024
Power Shapes Physician Behavior According to Alvarez ResearcherPower is an intangible characteristic that is often hard to measure. A recent study by UTSA faculty member Stephen Schwab tackles this concept while examining how physician care is influenced by power in the U.S. military.
May 4, 2024
From the Rhineland to the Alamo City: Maren Wilms' UTSA JourneyAs the spring air fills UTSA’s campus, a sense of accomplishment and anticipation permeates among the graduating class of spring 2024. Among these soon-to-be graduates is Maren Wilms, who will graduate with her Master of Arts in Economics. Her remarkable journey at the Carlos Alvarez College of Business exemplifies academic excellence and athletic prowess.