Associate in Arts (AA) in Economics

Economics is the study of how people make choices when faced with scarcity. Students will learn: 1) The economic problem of scarcity and it’s consequences for decision making by individuals, firms, and society, 2) To evaluate resource allocation and changes within markets and the economy using economic modeling, mathematical and graphical analysis, and 3) Government policy solutions to market failure and the effectiveness of such solutions. The knowledge and skills acquired from an economics degree is useful for positions in management, business, governments, and non-profits, among others. The versatility of an economics degree can lead to a variety of career paths: economist, market research analyst, financial analyst, and public policy analyst to name a few.

All applicants must provide proof of graduation from high school (or equivalent) in the form of official records/transcripts with certified English translation (if necessary). Students should submit transcripts from all years of study at the high school level. Students may also submit the GED or HISET to fulfill this requirement.

English proficiency can be met by submitting one of the following English proficiency tests:

(Official exam scores must not be more than two years old)

TOEFL: 52 iBT or 470 paper based test (IVC institution code is 4773)

IELTS: 4.5

iTEP 3.5

CAMBRIDGE ENGLISH 160 (B2 First, C1 Advanced)

PEARSON 41

EIKEN: Grade 2A

GTEC CBT: 900

Applications for admission will be processed beginning on the following dates:

Fall semester: July 1

Spring semester: December 1

Summer session: April 10