Program: Economics, BS (2023-2024) (AA-T Economics) - San José State University

Mar 31, 2025

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The AA-T in Economics guarantees 60 transferable units and the completion of all lower division Core GE. This transfer degree will meet the ECON 1A , ECON 1B , and STAT 95 requirements at SJSU.

Below is the path to the BS in Economics degree in 60 semester units for students who earn the AA-T in Economics. This major requires grades of “C-” or better in ALL courses required in the major (core courses and major electives), except ECON 100W and MATH 30 which requires a “C” or better. Please consult with a major advisor.

Year 1 | Year 2

Year 1

1st Semester (15 units)

UDW Directed Self Placement Exercise Completed
ECON 100W - Writing Workshop: Economic Reports (must pass with a “C” or better) 4 units (WID)
ECON 101 - Microeconomic Analysis 4 units
ECON 102 - Macroeconomic Analysis 4 units
MATH 30 - Calculus I (must pass with a “C” or better) 3 units

2nd Semester (15 units)

HIST 170S (Area S+US1) OR a different SJSU Studies Area S if US1 already satisfied 3 units
ECON 103A - Introduction to Econometrics and Research Methods 4 units
ECON 104 - Mathematical Methods for Economics 4 units
Lower OR Upper Division University Elective(s) 2 units
Physical Education 2 units

Year 2

3rd Semester (15 units)

POLS 170V (Area V+US23) OR a different SJSU Studies Area V if US2+3 already satisfied 3 units
Upper Division Economics Courses (except ECON 109 ) 12 total units

4th Semester (15 units)

SJSU Studies Area R 3 units
ECON 103B - Econometric Methods 4 units
Upper Division Economics Courses (except ECON 109 ) 8 total units

Roadmap Notes

A minimum of 40 upper division units must be completed for degree. This road map is a sample pathway. Check with a major advisor regarding the most appropriate course sequence for you. 60 units minimum will be transferred with this degree, however up to 70 transfer units can be applied to the lower division and lower division free electives if articulated.