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Master of Arts in Economics

Get on the path to a successful career in economics through the Master of Arts (MA) in Economics. Graduates of this program earn prestigious positions in the private, public and government sectors. They are also prepared to continue graduate studies at the top 25 Ph.D. granting universities in the United States.

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Fullerton campus

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Fall and spring admission

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Key Features:

  • Customize your degree by focusing on an area of interest.
  • Learn from top-ranked professors who have made significant contributions to economic research.
  • Understand economic concepts and their applications to business and public policy.
  • Apply economic theory in the business community and in public policy.
  • Enhance your communication and presentation skills.
  • Learn to conduct economic research.

Prerequisites and Curriculum

As an MA in Economics student, you will be required to complete 30 to 33 units of coursework with a minimum GPA of 3.0. You may choose a thesis exit track or a comprehensive examination exit track.

This program has prerequisites. Please visit the University Catalog for more information on the prerequisites and course descriptions.

Admission Requirements

The economics department requires:

  • The GRE exam is waived for students whose GPA is above 3.3 (on a 4.0 scale)
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Professional résumé
  • Statement of purpose
  • Leadership and creativity statement
  • Official transcripts
  • International students must also take one of the following three tests:
    • TOEFL: minimum 550 (paper), 80 (IBIT)
    • IELTS: minimum 7
    • PTE: minimum 65

For More Information

Graduate Advisor: Gabriela Best, Ph.D.

Department of Economics

maeconcsuf@fullerton.edu

Open Advising Hours: Thursdays 11 a.m. – Noon (Zoom)

 


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