Hey everyone! I'm thinking of applying to UCSD for Business Economics. How's the program there? Is it challenging to get in? Feeling a bit on edge here, any insights will be much appreciated!
The Business Economics program at UCSD is certainly well-regarded and offers a strong curriculum that combines the studies of business and economics. You'll learn about business strategies, economic theories, financial and managerial accounting, and international business, among other subjects. This will allow you to understand business decisions from a more holistic view, as you'll have an understanding of both the economic and managerial aspects. Getting accepted into the program can indeed be challenging, as UCSD is a competitive school.
It's important to note that UCSD practices the concept of capped majors. Business Economics falls under this category, meaning there’s additional criteria to get admitted directly into the major, or to switch into the major after you've been admitted to UCSD. For Business Economics, you need to finish the five pre-major courses with a 2.5 GPA or higher. If you don’t get into the major when you apply, you can enter as an undeclared student and complete the prerequisites to apply for the Business Economics major.
Lastly, your extracurricular activities and essays also matter a lot in the UCSD admissions process. For your essays, focus on how your experiences have shaped who you are and how they will add to the UCSD community. In terms of extracurricular activities, UCSD looks for students with a proven commitment to something they're passionate about.
I hope this information is helpful to you. Best of luck with your application!
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