Students earn 4 units of UCLA college credit and gain an in-depth understanding of economic policy and data analysis within a top-ranked economics department.
The UCLA Summer Precollege Focus Series - Economics & Data Analysis offers high school students an immersive academic experience within a top-ranked economics department. Participants will engage in college-level economics coursework, earning 4 units of UCLA credit. The program emphasizes developing data analysis skills and exploring critical economic policy issues affecting the United States and the world. Students will attend lectures by UCLA faculty and participate in workshops and discussion sessions led by UCLA Economics Peer Learning Facilitators. A key component of the program involves working in small teams on case studies, culminating in weekly PowerPoint presentations to demonstrate comprehension and application of economic concepts and data analysis. Topics covered include analyzing empirical data, understanding price ceilings and floors, discussing the pros and cons of rent control, and exploring international trade.
A typical day involves lectures on economics by UCLA faculty, followed by workshops and discussion sessions led by UCLA Economics Peer Learning Facilitators. Students also work in small teams on projects and prepare for weekly presentations.
This program is best for advanced high school students aged 15 or older who are interested in gaining a challenging college-level experience in economics and data analysis.
UCLA Campus, Los Angeles, CA 90095
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