MA in Economics in Fullerton United States | California State University, Fullerton

California State University, Fullerton | Fullerton United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 14,304
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months

The Master of Arts in Economics holds STEM designation, equipping students for professional roles in both private sector and government while establishing groundwork for advanced doctoral studies. This program delivers in-depth, analytical, and policy-focused perspectives on socioeconomic challenges, advancing beyond undergraduate economics by exploring specialized domains with enhanced technical rigor. Students gain expertise in applying economic principles and econometric techniques to formulate testable hypotheses with real-world implications for business and policy. The curriculum emphasizes synthesizing academic literature, honing communication abilities, and mastering research dissemination through reports, presentations, and engagement with both specialized and general audiences.

Per the National Association of Business Economists (NABE), economic analysts distinguish themselves through their capacity to connect sector-specific trends with macroeconomic contexts—maintaining both detailed and big-picture perspectives. Economists' comprehensive education fosters adaptability, enabling them to address diverse analytical challenges—an invaluable asset for organizations navigating shifting industry landscapes.


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Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

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 have completed a four-year college course of study and hold an acceptable baccalaureate degree from an institution accredited by a regional accrediting association or an equivalent academic preparation before enrollment in the program.
Be in good academic standing at the last college or university attended.
Official Transcripts are required from the university where the bachelor's degree is earned. Submit a word-for-word certified English translation along with the Official original-language transcripts.
Have earned a cumulative grade-point average of at least 2.5 from the last degree completed by the candidate or have attained a grade-point average of at least 2.5 (A=4.0) in the last 60 semester (90 quarter) units attempted.
A GPA of at least 3.0 in the following courses or their equivalents (corresponding CSUF courses are in parenthesis): Business Calculus (MATH 135), Principles of Microeconomics (ECON 201), Principles of Macroeconomics (ECON 202), Intermediate Microeconomics (ECON 310 or ECON 315), Intermediate Macroeconomics (ECON 320), Probability and Statistics (ISDS 361A or ECON 340), and one advanced undergraduate elective in economics.
For international students, a minimum TOEFL score of 550 (80 iBT) or an IELTS of 7.0.
Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores (the GRE score is valid only if the examination was taken no more than five years prior to the date that the application is submitted). The GRE requirement is waived for students whose GPA is higher than 3.3 on a 4.0 scale.
At least two academic letters of recommendation, a resume and a statement of purpose not to exceed 750 words.
A GPA of 2.75 (on a 4.0 scale) or better in the last 60 units.

Tuition USD 14,304

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