About Master Of Arts In Economics in California State University Fullerton

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.

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. Please visit the University Catalog for course descriptions and prerequisites.

Prerequisites and 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

Academic qualification equivalents 

• You are eligible to apply as a graduate student if you have earned a degree equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree.

  You must meet the following requirements:

• The minimum English language proficiency as determined by your graduate program. See requirements below.
• Above average class standing at an internationally accredited college or university: the equivalent of at least a 3.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale is recommended.
• Note: Some master's programs have additional requirements, such as department applications, letters of recommendation, portfolios, auditions, or tests (e.g., GMAT, GRE, MAT). Graduate applicants should check with their graduate departments for additional requirements and deadlines. 
• Graduate students may request to apply a limited amount of transfer coursework towards unit requirements for a master's degree. Transfer coursework is subject to provisions provided by the graduate studies office .

English language requirements

• TOEFL  iBT (including paper, home) : 80
• IELTS Academic Test: 6.5
• PTE Academic Test: 58

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