Economics

Description

The Associate in Arts in Economics for Transfer Degree is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in Economics or a related major in the California State University (CSU) system. It is accepted by some but not all CSU campuses. Students who complete this degree and transfer to a participating CSU campus will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. It may not be appropriate preparation for students transferring to a CSU campus that does not accept the degree. Students who plan to complete this degree should consult a counselor for additional information about participating CSU campuses as well as university admission, degree and transfer requirements.

NOTE: Students intending to transfer into this major at a CSU should consult with a counselor and visit www.assist.org for guidance on appropriate transfer coursework.

Award Notes

General Education: In addition to the courses listed below, students must complete one of the following general education options:

The IGETC pattern (page 126) is accepted by all CSU campuses and most UC campuses and majors. It is also accepted by some private/independent or out of state universities.

The CSU GE pattern (page 134) is accepted by all CSU campuses and some private/independent or out of state universities. It is not accepted by the UC system.

It is strongly recommended that students consult with a counselor to determine which general education option is most appropriate for their individual educational goals.

The following is required for all AA-T or AS-T degrees:

Completion of 60 CSU-transferable semester units. No more than 60 units are required.

Minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some CSU campuses and majors may require a higher GPA. Please see a counselor for more information.
Completion of a minimum of 18 semester units in an "AA-T" or "AS-T" major (see list below). All courses in the major must be completed with a grade of "C" or "P" or better.

Program Goals

The purpose of the Associate in Arts in Economics for Transfer degree is to offer an organized course of study that will prepare students intending to major in Economics at the California State University (CSU). It is accepted by some but not all CSU campuses. Students who complete this degree and transfer to a participating CSU campus will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. It may not be appropriate preparation for students transferring to a CSU campus that does not accept the degree. Students who plan to complete this degree should consult a counselor for additional information about participating CSU campuses as well as university admission, degree and transfer requirements.

Program Emphasis

Careers related to this field typically require education beyond the associate degree level and some may require a graduate degree. 

Course Catalog Description

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