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Associate of Arts - Economics - Transfer to a California State University

College of Alameda

Alameda campus — Alameda, California, United States

Study Level
Diploma · 2-Year Undergraduate Diploma
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
January 2027
Tuition Fee
USD 8,700
Application Fee
None listed
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

The College of Alameda's Associate in Arts in Economics for transfer program offers a comprehensive lower division program in Economics and prepares students for transfer into a California State University (CSU) to complete a baccalaureate degree in Economics or other similar field such business or public administration. This degree is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in economics or a similar field at a CSU campus. Economics is a basic component for a career in law, management, sales, banking, health care industry, utility industry, consulting, statistical analysis, finance, and government. Most career options require more than two years of college study. Students who would like to pursue advanced degrees in Economics, Business, or Law would benefit greatly from this degree. Many economics majors go on to pursue graduate study in a related professional area, such as law, business, public administration, or banking. Upon completion of this program a student will be able to: Use analytical techniques to measure economic conditions related to the individual, business firms, industries, and economic systems. Explain the role that households, business organizations, governments, and the international sector, play in free markets, command economies, and mixed economies. Evaluate the objectives, limitations, and mechanics of regulation, taxation, tariffs, quotas, and monetary and fiscal policies. Use quantitative methodology to measure economic outcomes. Apply economic theories and economic reasoning to real life situations.
Faculty / school
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Field of study
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Credential
2-Year Undergraduate Diploma
Relationship
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
USD 8,700
Application fee
None listed
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline
15 November 2026
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Alameda campus

Alameda, California, United States

555 Ralph Appezzato Memorial Parkway

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

Please confirm current eligibility with Eagle Link before applying.

Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Verify before applying

OPT and STEM OPT eligibility depend on maintaining F-1 status and on the program. A program counts as STEM only when its CIP code is on the official STEM list — not because its name sounds technical.

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About the Institution

Founded in 1970, the College of Alameda has served more than 200,000 students and enjoys a well-deserved reputation for excellence in its academic, vocational, and student-support programs. Today, the College of Alameda is an small community college that is flexible to students' goals and intended outcomes. Whether students want to transfer to a four-year university, or fast track their career, the College of Alameda supports students to reach their educational and career goals at a price that is competitive. Academic programs at the College of Alameda offer flexible schedules to meet students...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.