Economics, BA, Four-Year Plan
Four-Year Plan for the Bachelor of Arts in Economics
Sample Plan for New Students
This is a sample and not the only way to complete this plan. Some classes have prerequisites.
Degree Requirements
- Minimum Credits to Graduate: 180
- Credits in Core: 55
- Credits in Major: 70
- Minimum Major GPA: 2.0
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.0
Four-Year Plan For New Students
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | MATH 1130 or 1334 – Business Calculus or Calculus I (5) | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | †ECON 2100 – Business Stats (5) |
| Course 2 | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | †ECON 2110 – Microeconomics (5) |
| Course 3 | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 1XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) |
†Courses are offered every Fall, Winter and Spring quarter. Some courses are offered in the Summer.
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor
- Create plan in Student Planning
- Meet with your New Student Mentor
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | †ECON 3100 – Quant. Methods and App (5) | ECON 3130 – Global and Domestic Macroecon. (5) | ECON Major Elective (5) |
| Course 2 | †ECON 2130 – Macroeconomics (5) † | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) |
| Course 3 | UCOR 2XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 2910 – Business Ethics (5) | General Elective (5) |
Major specific course
†Courses are offered every Fall, Winter and Spring quarter. Some courses are offered in the Summer.
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Meet with a Faculty Mentor
- Plan for Study Abroad
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | ECON Major Elective (5) | ECON Major Elective (5) | ECON Major Elective (5) |
| Course 2 | *ECON 3110 – Intermediate Microecon. (5) | ECON Major Elective (5) | General Elective (5) |
| Course 3 | UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) | UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) | General Elective (5) |
| Excel Exam | Excel Level I Certification Exam |
Major specific course
*ECON 3110 can be taken in either Fall or Winter quarter. ECON 3110 can be swapped with an ECON major elective.
Year 3 Steps for Success
- Meet with Albers Career Center
- Meet with Faculty Mentor
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | ECON Major Elective (5) | ECON Major Elective (5) | General Elective (5) |
| Course 2 | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) | *ECON 4800 or 4890 – Senior Synthesis (5) |
| Course 3 | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) | UCOR 3XXX – University Core (5) |
Major specific courses
*ECON 4800 is only offered in Spring and should be taken in Senior year.
Year 4 Steps for Success
- Meet with Advisor for Senior Graduation Check
- Apply for Graduation
- Participate in Albers Mentor Program
University Core Requirements
UCOR classes are listed in the sample plan as Module I, II, and III. See below for UCOR course titles listed by Module. See my.seattleu.edu for prerequisites and www.seattleu.edu/core for course descriptions. Honors and Matteo Ricci students have different Core requirements.
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 1200 Quantitative Thinking
- UCOR 1300 Creative Expression & Interpretation
- UCOR 1400 Inquiry Seminar in the Humanities
- UCOR 1600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
- UCOR 1800 Inquiry Seminar in the Natural Sciences
Module II
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations
- UCOR 2500 Philosophy of the Human Person
- UCOR 2910 Business Ethics
Module III
- UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- UCOR 3400 Humanities and Global Challenges
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 3600 Social Sciences and Global Challenges
- UCOR 3800 Natural Sciences and Global Challenges
Curriculum Notes
- All Albers courses require a C- or better including Math 1130 or 1334. Transfer credit for Albers courses requires a C or better.
- Students that do not place into Math 1130 or 1334 will need to complete the prerequisites: MATH 1023 & 1024 or MATH 1026.
- All 3000/4000 level business courses require Advanced Standing.
- Excel Level I Certification must be completed before graduation.
- For complete information on course, prerequisites, etc., please consult the Explore & Compare Programs page.
Use MySeattleU Student Planning to plan your courses and work closely with your academic advisor on your educational plan. You are responsible for tracking changes and ensuring you meet all degree requirements.
Visit the Seattle U Advising Services page for support or reach out to the Advising Center. Email Albers Advising at Albers_UG-advising@seattleu.edu.
Resources for Success
Soar during your time here:
- Find support for academic success, inclusion, and professional formation from the Student Success division.
- Receive equal access to courses, programs, and activities with Disability Services.
- Find the perfect spot to study at the Lemieux Library.
- Get answers to common questions at the Student Resource Network.
Excel in every class:
- Sign up for academic support with Learning Assistance Programs.
- Strengthen your writer’s voice at the Writing Center.
- Level up your skills at the Math Lab.
Source the best research:
- Connect with your librarians for support on research and assignments.
- Search the expansive network of books, eBooks, databases, journals and more.
Graduate on time:
- Map out your degre plan with academic advising.
- Keep your momentum going with Summer Programs.
Build your future career:
- Meet with a Career Advisor from the Albers Career Center.
- Explore career options at the “What Can I Do With This Major” page.
Expand your horizons:
- Apply for Undergraduate Research Funding Opportunity.
- Create something at the Media Production Center or Billodue Makerspace.