Bachelor of Economics at University of Florida
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    Bachelor of Economics at University of Florida

    University of Florida
    University of Florida
    United States of America
    United States of America, Gainesville
    University Rank:#212
    Bachelor of Economics at University of Florida

    Study Economics at University of Florida, a Bachelor degree offered at its main campus in Gainesville , United States of America. This Full Time program is delivered on campus in English and takes approximately 4 years to complete. Students benefit from a structured learning experience designed to build both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. The next intake is scheduled for January 9, 2027.

    About Bachelor of Economics

    Students will learn the critical skills used to determine the implications of economic decisions for the allocation of society's scarce resources, the pricing of goods and services, the distribution of income, the behavior of macroeconomic variables, and the effect of government intervention.

    Classes within the economics major include, among others, international trade, law and economics, economics of sports, game theory, and public choice. The analytical skills students develop are useful preparation for careers in business, law, government, public policy and academia. A degree in economics is also appropriate for students intending to pursue advanced degrees in the social sciences and in professional schools.

    Coursework for the Major

    The major requires 37-39 credits. Students must achieve minimum grades of C in each required foundation and economics course, including the economics electives and outside substitutes.

    Course List
    CodeTitleCredits
    Required Foundation Coursework
    MAC 2233Survey of Calculus 13-4
    or MAC 2311 Analytic Geometry and Calculus 1
    STA 2023Introduction to Statistics 1 13
    ECO 2013Principles of Macroeconomics4
    ECO 2023Principles of Microeconomics4
    ECO 3101Intermediate Microeconomics 2,54
    ECO 3203Intermediate Macroeconomics4
    Required Upper-Level Coursework
    Four economics elective courses 315-16
    Select a maximum of one: 4
    AEB 3450
    		Introduction to Natural Resource and Environmental Economics
    AEB 4931
    		Special Topics in Food and Resource Economics
    FIN 3403
    		Business Finance
    GEO 3502
    		Economic Geography
    Total Credits37-39
    1

    Students taking advanced statistics might not be required to take STA 2023. 

    2

    Complete ECO 3101 early in the sequence, because it is a prerequisite for some economics electives. 

    3

    Defined as any 3000 or 4000 level course with an ECO, ECP, or ECS prefix; not including ECO 3101, ECO 3203, ECP 3703, ECO 4905, or ECO 4941. Course prerequisites are strictly enforced. 

    4

    This substitute cannot double count toward the CLAS 3000-level elective requirement. 

    5

    Students cannot receive credit for both ECO 3101 and ECP 3703.

    Recommended Coursework

    Students planning to pursue graduate study in economics should consider a minor in mathematics or statistics or take the following mathematics and statistics courses:

    Course List
    CodeTitleCredits
    ECO 4421Econometrics4
    or STA 4210 Regression Analysis
    MAC 2311Analytic Geometry and Calculus 14
    MAC 2312Analytic Geometry and Calculus 24
    MAC 2313Analytic Geometry and Calculus 34
    MAP 2302Elementary Differential Equations3
    MAS 3114Computational Linear Algebra3
    or MAS 4105 Linear Algebra 1
    MAA 4211Real Analysis and Advanced Calculus 13
    STA 4321Introduction to Probability 13
    STA 4322Introduction to Statistics Theory 13
    1

    Students taking advanced statistics might not be required to take STA 2023. 

    Overseas Studies

    Economics students are strongly encouraged to complete a study abroad or internship abroad program. The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences’ Beyond 120 program, the Heavener School of Business’ International Programs Office, and the UF International Center offer several excellent study abroad programs that allow economics majors the opportunity to study or work abroad and still make timely progress toward their degree requirements. Contact the undergraduate coordinator or a study abroad advisor for more information.

    This major teaches students the skills used to understand how households, firms and governments make economic decisions and the implications of those decisions for resource allocation, pricing, the distribution of income and macroeconomic variables.

    Before Graduating Students Must

    • Take the Economics Field Test conducted by the ETS. This test will be 10% of the student's grade in ECO 3203.The goal of the Department of Economics is that each student's average score exceeds the national average of 154; however, a score of 154 is not a graduation requirement.
    • Students who want to graduate magna cum laude or summa cum laude must propose and defend an honors thesis before the department's undergraduate committee.
    • Complete requirements for the baccalaureate degree, as determined by faculty.

    Students in the Major Will Learn to

    Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

    Content

    1. Identify indifference curves as representations of consumer preferences, and to evaluate these indifference curves in the context of preference relations.

    Critical Thinking

    1. Model and analyze unfamiliar social interactions using a formal economic framework.

    Communication

    1. Communicate effectively the concept of opportunity costs and tradeoffs.

    Curriculum Map

    I = Introduced; R = Reinforced; A = Assessed

    Academic Learning Compact 3
    CoursesSLO 1SLO 2SLO 3
    ECO 2013I, R, AI, R, A
    ECO 2023I, R, AI, R, A
    ECO 3101R, AI, R, A
    ECO 3203R, AI, R, A
    Four ECO ElectivesR, AR, AR, A

    Assessment Types

    • Embedded questions in exams and papers
    • The ETS Field Test

    Disciplines

    Liberal Arts and Sciences

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Economics at University of Florida

    Entry Requirements

    Applicants who should complete the SSAR:

    • Attended a high school regionally accredited in the United States for at least three years.
    • Attended a DODEA (Department of Defense Education Activity) school.

    Applicants who should not complete the SSAR:

    • Attended a secondary school located outside the United States for more than one semester.
    • Studied a curriculum that did not follow the standard U.S. system.

    Required: At least three full years of your most recent secondary school transcripts, including courses in progress (grades 9, 10 and 11 + senior schedule) in both the native language of instruction and a word for word certified English translation (if applicable). Unofficial transcripts are accepted electronically via the status Check Status page for the review process, while official transcripts and translations are required upon enrollment.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 80

    English Program Requirements

    All applicants, regardless of citizenship, must demonstrate English proficiency. English proficiency examination results, such as TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo English Test, are encouraged for non-native English speakers, but are not required for freshman admission. SAT or ACT results are required for all freshman applicants.

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    How to Apply for Bachelor of Economics at University of Florida

    • A copy of your transcript for any school you have attended with the grades you have earned
    • A list of your high school activities including jobs, clubs, sports, community service, etc.
    • Information about your parent(s) or guardian(s), such as educational background, occupation and employer information

    Add UF as a university to receive your application and review our specific application requirements.

    Fill in your profile information. Your profile is where you'll enter information that will be sent to all schools to which you apply. The University of Florida requires the following sections:

    • Information about who you are and how to contact you, your address, citizenship, high school and family information
    • Current-year coursework
    • Honors and distinctions
    • Activities and experiences

    Complete the UF Supplement. This includes a few additional short-answer questions so that we can learn more about you when reviewing your application.

    Complete the essay questions. The essay helps our admissions staff get to know you better. Use this space to tell us something about yourself that we wouldn’t learn elsewhere in your application. And remember, the best essay topic for you is going to be the one that you are most excited to write about.

    Once you have submitted your application, a link will appear on your status page to create your Student Self-Reported Academic Record (SSAR). List your high school courses and grades exactly as they appear on your transcript. You must complete the SSAR by December 1 for your application to be complete. If you begin the SSAR separately before submitting your UF application, be sure to link it to your application once your application has been submitted.

    Submit your test scores to UF no later than December 15. You may either self-report your SAT and/or ACT scores through your application status page or send official scores from the testing agency. Since accuracy is critical, students who choose to self-report should have a copy of their SAT/ACT score report(s) available to reference when submitting their scores. Because UF superscores both the SAT and ACT, we encourage you to submit scores for all SAT or ACT tests you have taken. If admitted, students who have self-reported their scores in the admissions process will be required to submit official scores from the testing agency to UF by May 1. UF Institutional Codes:

    You may request to begin your studies in either the Summer B or Fall term. The term requested DOES NOT affect the consideration of your application. If you are admitted, we will try to offer you the term you requested, but space limitations may mean you receive an offer for a different term.

    When you submit your application, pay the $30 nonrefundable fee by credit card unless you qualify for a fee waiver. In both the Common and Coalition applications, you can indicate in the profile section if you qualify for a fee waiver.

    You will receive an email 24-48 hours after submitting your application with instructions to create your MyAdmissions application status credentials. Once completed, you can log in to the MyAdmissions app status portal to keep track of your application status and the materials that UF has received. This is also where you will find the link to create your SSAR.

    Bachelor of Economics at University of Florida
    University of Florida
    University of Florida
    United States of America

    United States of America, Gainesville

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