Cal State LA Economics
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation Cal State LA lists for Economics transfers starts with ACCT 2100, CIS 1200 and ECON 2010; the full list is below.
93 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with Cal State LA for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.
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Major Requirements
Cal State LA Economics Major Preparation
The courses Cal State LA lists as Economics major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2026-27 academic year. Course numbers are Cal State LA's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.
Lower division core courses
Complete all of these
- ACCT 2100 Principles of Financial Accounting
- CIS 1200 Information and Technology Literacy
- ECON 2010 Principles of Economics I Microeconomics
- ECON 2020 Principles of Economics II Macroeconomics
- ECON 2090 Applied Business and Economic Statistic I
Applied economics concentration
Required
- UPPER DIVISION EMPHASIS
Social and behavioral sciences
Required
- UPPER DIVISION EMPHASIS
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cal State LA have an Economics major for transfer students?
Yes. Cal State LA offers Economics (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to Cal State LA for Economics?
Cal State LA's Economics major preparation includes ACCT 2100, CIS 1200, ECON 2010, ECON 2020 and ECON 2090. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.
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