Economics Transfer Program
The transfer program in economics prepares students for a successful transfer to The University of Montana - Missoula, Montana State University - Bozeman, or other four-year institutions. Montana State University - Bozeman offers students two options, general economics and economic science, which could lead them to the Bachelor of Science degree in economics.
Students earning a bachelor degree in economics are prepared for various graduate programs including law school. Economists often seek employment opportunities as consultants, helping private businesses, non-profit organizations, and branches of government.
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For general information, contact the Admissions office at (406)756-3846.
Transfer Notes for Associate of Science Degree Students
The Associate of Science (AS) degree requires 60 credits at FVCC, and the Bachelor of Science (BS) degree at Montana University System (MUS) colleges and universities requires 120 credits. FVCC students can usefully earn as many as 75-85 credits in preparation for many transfer majors, thus reducing the number of credits required for the BS degree at MUS schools. Also, by earning the AS degree from FVCC, students will have satisfied the lower division General Education Core (see page 54 for requirements) for all MUS institutions and will not be required to meet additional lower division general education core requirements upon transfer. The suggested course load in AS programs is rigorous and is recommended for only the most prepared students. A more moderate semester credit load can be achieved by taking general education core courses during summer terms or completing one or two additional semesters at FVCC before transfer.