UCLA Economics

Economics Summer Programs

Earn UCLA credit in economics through summer courses offered online and in person, designed for college and high school students. Strengthen academic skills and explore a field with real-world impact while studying within one of the world’s top-ranked economics departments.

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UCLA students studying in Summer Sessions

For College Students

Undergraduate Summer Sessions

Take UCLA economics courses for credit during the summer and make progress toward your academic goals.

Economics coursework for credit
Online and in-person options
Open to UCLA and visiting students

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High school students in UCLA Precollege program

For High School Students

High School Precollege Summer

Explore college-level economics early and gain exposure to academic pathways before applying to college.

Early exposure to UCLA economics
College credit opportunity
Build academic confidence

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Why Study Economics in the Summer?

Explore the Field

Economics helps students understand how people, markets, and institutions make decisions and how those decisions shape everyday life.

Build Academic Skills

Build analytical and quantitative skills while taking advantage of smaller class sizes and easier access to high-demand, impacted courses during the summer.

Get Ahead

Use summer to earn credit, explore future academic pathways, stay on track, or make meaningful progress before the next school year.

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Please review the FAQ for your program of interest or contact the UCLA Economics summer team for additional support.

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