BS Mathematics/Economics at University of California, Los Angeles

Programme overview

The Mathematics/Economics BS degree program is designed to give students a solid foundation in both mathematics and economics, stressing those areas of mathematics and statistics that are most relevant to economics and the parts of economics that emphasize the use of mathematics and statistics. It is ideal for students who may wish to complete a higher degree in economics.

Faculty: College of Letters and Science | Department: Mathematics/Economics | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Winter | Location: Los Angeles, CA, United States

What you will study

The Major: Complete 14 courses as follows: (Mathematics; Economics). Computing Specialization: Majors in Mathematics/Economics may select a Computing specialization by satisfying all the requirements for a bachelor’s degree in the major; and completing the following courses, with a minimum grade of C– in each course and a combined grade-point average of at least 2.0. Students must petition for admission to the program and are advised to do so after they complete Program in Computing 10B (petitions should be filed in the Mathematics Department Student Services Office).

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Entry requirements

Applies to students entering the major (college-level admission to UCLA is separate): Pre-Major: Students entering UCLA directly from high school or first-term transfer students who want to declare the Mathematics/Economics pre-major at the time they apply for admission are automatically admitted to the pre-major. First-Year Students: To enter the major, students must petition after they have completed the six sequenced courses with a 2.7 minimum overall grade-point average, have completed one 12-unit term in residence in regular session at UCLA, are enrolled in UCLA regular session at the time of application, and before completing 160 quarter units.

Fall quarter only; UCLA does not offer early action or early decision.

Transfer students are admitted for fall quarter only.

Most graduate departments and schools have deadlines in November and early December for the following fall term.

Fall 2027 first-year and transfer: UC application opens August 1, accepts submissions October 1-November 30 (deadline November 30) via the UC application. First-year decisions late March; transfer decisions late April. UCLA is test-free and does not consider SAT or ACT scores for admission or scholarships. Application fees can be waived for up to four campuses for eligible students.

Transfer applicants must submit the Transfer Academic Update by the January 31 priority deadline; Statement of Intent to Register due June 1. First-year Statement of Intent to Register due May 1.

Apply through the official page: https://admission.ucla.edu/apply

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