Get on the path to a successful career in economics through the Master of Arts in Economics program at Cal State Fullerton. 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.

MA in Economics Key Features:

• Customize your master’s degree in economics 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

The CSUF Master’s in Economics program requires students to complete 30 to 33 units of coursework with a minimum GPA of 3.0. Students may choose a thesis exit track or a comprehensive examination exit track.

Cal State Fullerton’s economics graduate program has prerequisites. Please visit the University Catalog for more information on the prerequisites and course descriptions.

Admission Requirements

The economics master’s degree requires students to submit the following:

• The GRE exam is not required for admission for applicants with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and at least a 3.0 GPA in Calculus.
• 1 letter 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.