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