About the course
Economics is the study of resource allocation by individuals, business enterprises, and nations. A social science, it forms the foundation for understanding various business disciplines, combining analytical, empirical, and historical methods to reveal how an economy functions. The major in Economics at UGA provides students with a wide range of courses and subjects of study including micro and macro theory, game theory, economics of education, analysis of law, organizational management, environmental economics, international trade, monetary economics, trade, labor, the public sector, and growth and development. The A.B. in Economics requires additional electives in liberal arts education in contrast to the B.B.A. which requires business elective courses. (Refer to the Pre-Business major for information on applying to the B.B.A.) Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships
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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.
Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: Not available
Intake |
Location |
Spring (January), 2024 |
Athens |
Fall (August), 2024 |
Athens |
Spring (January), 2025 |
Athens |
Fall (August), 2025 |
Athens |
Spring (January), 2026 |
Athens |
How to apply
Entry requirements for University of Georgia
To apply to the University of Georgia, you will need to provide: Transcript from your graduating high school, SAT/ACT scores, Secondary School Report/Counselor Recommendation, Teacher/Other Letter of Recommendation. For first-year admission, UGA requires that an applicant submit an official score report for either the ACT or SAT. Scores must be submitted electronically by the respective testing agency. UGA will not accept scores that appear on your high school transcript, nor will we consider paper reports. All first-year applicants should submit a School/Counselor Evaluation Letter, as well an optional academic Letter of Recommendation from a teacher or guidance counselor. The only minimum requirements to UGA are set forth by the Board of Regents (BOR) for the state of Georgia, and they are as follows: SAT minimum requirements for research universities-SAT CR: 430, SAT M: 400 or ACT E: 17, ACT M: 17. If a student takes the SAT or ACT more than once, we will consider the best scores we receive for each section on either exam. Meet English Proficiency Requirements: TOEFL 80 or IELTS 6.5
English language requirements
6.5
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TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0
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