Undergraduate Economics Association
Finance·Consulting·Professional Fraternities·Academic Societies·Research·Education
The oldest and largest student organization sponsored by Berkeley's Economics Department, founded in 1975. Members attend professor luncheons, industry panels, resume workshops, and case competitions. Those who want deeper involvement can apply to one of four committees: Academic Affairs, Professional Affairs, UEA Consulting, or UEA Research, each meeting weekly. The club also runs a semester-long weekend retreat and off-campus socials ranging from trips to San Francisco to a day at the horse races.
1,500+
Alumni network size
15-30
Committee cohort size (students per semester)
$40
One-time lifetime membership fee
weekly
Committee meeting frequency
1975
Year established
Events They Host
Economic Salon
A semesterly event where a team of Academic Affairs representatives presents and hosts an informative discussion on a topic chosen by the committee. Open to the broader UEA membership.
UEA Case Competition
An end-of-semester case competition open to all Professional Affairs committee members.
Company Information Sessions
Corporate info sessions hosted by UEA for members to learn about companies and industries.
Professor Luncheons
Lunches with Berkeley Economics professors, held each semester.
Industry and Internship Panels
Panels featuring students, alumni, and industry professionals discussing careers and internships.
Resume, Interview, and Industry Overview Workshops
Peer-led workshops helping students prepare for recruiting across various industries.
Member Experiences
Semester Overnight Retreat
A weekend-long retreat to destinations across California each semester. Past locations include Marin County, Monterey, Lake Tahoe, and Gualala. Open to lifetime and committee members.
Off-Campus Socials
Member outings including trips to San Francisco, a day at the horse races, mini-golf, and bowling.
On-Campus Socials
Group lunches, study sessions, and movie nights on campus.
Alumni and Member Coffee Chats
One-on-one coffee chats pairing lifetime and committee members with UEA alumni and officers.