University of Illinois Urbana Chapter
Omicron Delta Epsilon (ODE) is an internationally recognized honor society for Economics. The organization's mission is to recognize the scholastic accomplishments of it's members and honor any outstanding achievements. They also strive to establish closer ties between students & faculty within colleges and universities. ODE is a resource for members interested in furthering study in Economics, graduate school and career opportunities.
Please read more information: ODE National Office Website
MEMBER BENEFITS
| Benefits |
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| Recognition of your Scholastic Achievement |
Chance to compete for prestigious awards Including Outstanding Student Leader Award |
| Participate in local chapter events & meet ODE members across the country |
Access to The American Economist Journal (Opportunity to be published) |
| Strengthened Faculty relationships |
Include on Resume, Grad School Applications, etc
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ODE Application
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Undergraduates must meet the following criteria to qualify for membership:
- completed at least 12 hours of economics courses
- overall GPA of 3.0 or better
- economics GPA of 3.0 or better
- major or minor related to economics (ECON major/minor/concentration, or ACE major).
- (Eligible ACE Courses: ACE 210, 251, 254, 255, 270, 310, 451, 452, 454, 471, 474, 476)
Graduate Students must meet the following criteria for membership:
- completed at least 24 credit hours of work in the MSPE Program
- overall GPA of 3.9 or better
- economics GPA of 3.9 or better
- graduate major in, or related to, economics
Please view the ODE application.
Undergraduate Students: Please return application to 214 David Kinley Hall.
Graduate Students: Please return application to 205 David Kinley Hall.
Please email Tosha Bilsbury with questions.