The Department of Agricultural and Consumer Economics equips undergraduate students for careers in many areas of agribusiness , business in general, public policy, and consumer affairs, as well as for advanced studies in applied economics, agricultural economics, business, law, applied finance, policy analysis or public policy. The Department has approximately 40 Faculty members, 560 undergraduate students and 80 graduate students. It offers eight concentrations of study from which students can choose.

The Department's research and outreach programs are aimed at improving the economic and environmental well-being of producers, consumers, and families. Drawing on economics, business, and law, the department analyzes issues related to individuals and families, agriculture and natural resources, and food -- all ranging in scope from local to global.

Contact Information:

Department of Agricultural and Consumer Economics
326 Mumford Hall
1301 West Gregory Drive
Urbana , IL 61801-3605
Phone: (217) 333-1810
Fax: (217) 333-5538
Email: ace-aces@uiuc.edu

Dr. Robert J. Hauser, Head of Department

Undergraduate Program Information
Dr. John Braden, Director of Undergraduate Programs
Phone: (217) 333-1811
Fax: (217) 333-5538
Email: ace-aces@uiuc.edu

Graduate Program Information
Dr. Carl Nelson, Director of Graduate Programs
Phone: (217) 244-1830
Fax: (217) 244-7088
Email: ace-grad@uiuc.edu