ECONOMICS

This degree is intended for students transferring to a California State University (CSU) campus. It is not a requirement for transfer. but may give students an admission advantage at some CSU campuses. Not all CSU campuses accept this degree as fulfillment of lower-division major requirements. Students should meet with a counselor to determine if this degree is a good option for them. Information on which CSU campuses accept this degree can be found at SB 1440: Associate Degrees for Transfer.

The Associate of Arts Degree in Economics also provides foundational coursework for students transferring as business majors. Students completing the degree in Economics are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not necessarily to a particular CSU campus or major of their choice.

To complete the degree, students must fulfill the following Associate Degree for Transfer requirements (pursuant to SB1440):

• Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to a California State University.
• The Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) or the California State University General Education – Breadth Requirements.
• A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
• Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0.
• A grade of “C” or better (or “P” if the course is taken on a pass/ no pass basis) in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.

Note: Complete either the CSU GE or IGETC general education pattern. Effective Fall 2017, CSU GE Areas A1, A2, A3 and B4 must be completed with a grade of “C-” or higher per CSU EO 1100. All courses applied toward IGETC must be completed with a “C” or higher per the IGETC Standards.