1 Semester Pathway (Standard GGP) - Undergraduate - Transfer to Bachelor of Arts - Economics

If you meet the academic entry requirements of a James Madison University bachelor's degree and need to improve your English language IELTS score, we offer the International Year program. International Year (IY) is a fast-track pathway to second-year placement into a James Madison University bachelor's degree. It includes specialized courses in American culture, Intensive English Program (IEP) and study skills to help you adjust to US teaching methods and resources. You’ll also take courses from year 1 of your chosen degree program. The program is split into courses across semesters. Your program duration will depend on your English language skill level on entry.

As an economics major at JMU, you’ll gain a solid foundation of economic theory and policy. Our curriculum will develop your skills in critical thinking, research, writing and analysis. We emphasize a commitment to lifelong learning, which is critical in an ever-changing global economy. You’ll be prepared to go on to graduate or professional school, or for employment upon graduation. Economics is an exciting discipline that can lead to a wide variety of career options, including commodities analysis and trading, consumer advocacy, economic analysis, journalism and public administration. Students may also select from six concentrations: Political Economy, Financial Economics, International Economics, Environmental and Natural Resources Economics, Socio-economics or Quantitative Economics.