The Department of Economics has steady academic strength, covering macroeconomics, microeconomics, behavioral economics, labor economics and public economic policy research directions.

It emphasizes combining classic economic theories with real economic phenomena, using data statistics and quantitative models to carry out empirical research, focusing on cultivating students' economic analysis and logical deduction ability.
The department carries out extensive academic exchanges with peer institutions at home and abroad, keeps track of global economic research hotspots, and provides solid academic foundation for students engaged in economic research, finance and policy analysis work.
Department of Economics Website(https://economics.virginia.edu/)