<p>What is the difference between CAS economics and Stern economics? (curriculum)</p>
<p>Stern is more ‘applied’ economics. CAS is more ‘theoretical’ economics. The latter more favorable for graduate studies, etc.</p>
<p>How hard/easy is it to transfer from CAS Econ to Stern Econ in sophomore year?</p>
<p>Internal transfer rate is very low.</p>
<p>This article is specific to the Econ department at NYU</p>
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<p>This is discussed ad nauseum in this forum.</p>
<p>Stern economics is very practical, grounded, and real-world. It is the practitioner’s study, and graduates typically pursue employment in the financial services, policy-making, or consulting industries.</p>
<p>CAS economics is a nationally recognized, top-10 program that is far more academic in nature, theoretical, and ‘prestigious’ if that’s what you’re going for. Graduates are often headed for law school (it’s hard to declare “pre-law” at NYU), politics, or grad school to pursue careers in academia.</p>
<p>Apples to oranges, and consequently, low transfer rate between the two.</p>