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Economics Courses in California for International Students

Compare 4 Economics course options at 4 universities in California — rankings, tuition fees, intakes and English requirements for international students. Free admission and visa guidance from GIEC Global.

4 courses at 4 universities

Economics

Stanford University, Stanford

QS World University Rankings 2026: #3

Level
Bachelor's, PhD
Duration
Bachelor's: 4 years · PhD: usually 5–6 years
Tuition
Approx. $62,000 – $70,000 per year (undergraduate tuition; varies by program) (university-wide)
Intakes
Fall (August/September) — main intake; some graduate programs also admit in Spring (January)

Study Economics at Stanford University, Stanford — Bachelor's, PhD. QS 2026 #3.

Economics

University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley

QS World University Rankings 2026: #17

Level
Bachelor's, PhD
Duration
Bachelor's: 4 years · PhD: usually 5–6 years
Tuition
Approx. $46,000 – $52,000 per year (non-resident undergraduate tuition and fees) (university-wide)
Intakes
Fall (August) — main intake; Spring (January) for selected programs

Study Economics at University of California, Berkeley, Berkeley — Bachelor's, PhD. QS 2026 #17.

Economics

University of California, San Diego (UCSD), San Diego

QS World University Rankings 2026: #66

Level
Bachelor's, PhD
Duration
Bachelor's: 4 years · PhD: usually 5–6 years
Tuition
Approx. $46,000 – $52,000 per year (non-resident undergraduate tuition and fees) (university-wide)
Intakes
Fall (August) — main intake; Spring (January) for selected programs

Study Economics at University of California, San Diego (UCSD), San Diego — Bachelor's, PhD. QS 2026 #66.

Economics

University of California, Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara

QS World University Rankings 2026: #179

Level
Bachelor's, PhD
Duration
Bachelor's: 4 years · PhD: usually 5–6 years
Tuition
Approx. $46,000 – $52,000 per year (non-resident undergraduate tuition and fees) (university-wide)
Intakes
Fall (August) — main intake; Spring (January) for selected programs

Study Economics at University of California, Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara — Bachelor's, PhD. QS 2026 #179.

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    The table below lists Economics courses at universities in California with the university ranking, international tuition, intakes and English requirement. Always confirm the latest details on the official course page before you apply.

    Course & universityLevelUniversity rankingTuition fee (international)IntakesEnglish requirement
    Economics
    Stanford University    		Bachelor's, PhDQS World University Rankings 2026: #3Approx. $62,000 – $70,000 per year (undergraduate tuition; varies by program) (university-wide)Fall (August/September) — main intake; some graduate programs also admit in Spring (January) (university-wide)TOEFL iBT around 100 or IELTS Academic 7.0+ is typically expected (requirements vary by school and program) (university-wide)
    Economics
    University of California, Berkeley    		Bachelor's, PhDQS World University Rankings 2026: #17Approx. $46,000 – $52,000 per year (non-resident undergraduate tuition and fees) (university-wide)Fall (August) — main intake; Spring (January) for selected programs (university-wide)TOEFL iBT around 100 or IELTS Academic 7.0+ is typically expected (requirements vary by school and program) (university-wide)
    Economics
    University of California, San Diego (UCSD)    		Bachelor's, PhDQS World University Rankings 2026: #66Approx. $46,000 – $52,000 per year (non-resident undergraduate tuition and fees) (university-wide)Fall (August) — main intake; Spring (January) for selected programs (university-wide)TOEFL iBT around 80–100 or IELTS Academic 6.5–7.0 (requirements vary by program) (university-wide)
    Economics
    University of California, Santa Barbara    		Bachelor's, PhDQS World University Rankings 2026: #179Approx. $46,000 – $52,000 per year (non-resident undergraduate tuition and fees) (university-wide)Fall (August) — main intake; Spring (January) for selected programs (university-wide)TOEFL iBT around 80–100 or IELTS Academic 6.5–7.0 (requirements vary by program) (university-wide)

    Entry requirements for Economics courses in California

    Each university sets its own entry requirements. Applicants usually need relevant previous qualifications, a statement of purpose, academic references and proof of English such as IELTS Academic, PTE Academic or TOEFL iBT.

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    FAQs: Economics Courses in California for International Students

    Which universities in California offer Economics courses?

    Stanford University, University of California, Berkeley, University of California, San Diego (UCSD), University of California, Santa Barbara. Compare them in the table on this page.

    How many Economics course options are listed for California?

    This page lists 4 course options at 4 universities in California.

    Which English test do I need for Economics courses in California?

    Most universities accept IELTS Academic, PTE Academic or TOEFL iBT. Check each course page for the exact score.

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