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.

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
• 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
• Duolingo: minimum 120

For More Information

Graduate Advisor: Pedro Amaral, Ph.D.

Department of Economics

Cal State University, Fullerton

Email: pamaral@fullerton.edu

Office: SGMH 3398

Open Advising Hours: Tuesday 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. or you can schedule an appointment on zoom by emailing pamaral@fullerton.edu.