HELP 2009-2010 University Catalog Economics, BA or BS/Economics Accelerated MA Print-Friendly Page

Highly qualified Mason undergraduates may apply to the accelerated master’s degree program and obtain both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in economics after satisfactory completion of 144 credits. Well-prepared undergraduates are encouraged to apply as they near completion of 90 credits. Admitted students are able to use up to 6 graduate credits in partial fulfillment of requirements for the undergraduate degree. On completion and conferral of the undergraduate degree with satisfactory performance (3.00 in each course, grade of B or better) in graduate courses, students are given advanced standing in the master’s program. All other master’s degree requirements must be met. Graduates are exceptionally well-prepared for a professional school or a PhD program in economics or a related discipline. Interested students should contact the department for details about the application process.