We offer Proficiency Exams for Microeconomic Principles (ECON 102) & Macroeconomic Principles (ECON 103) to current Illinois students at the beginning and end of each semester (on-campus), and once during the summer (online). Those passing the exam will receive course credit.
- Micro & Macro are separate exams (sign-up for each individually).
- Micro & Macro exams may only be attempted one time each.
- Students are given 2 hours to take the exam; Students may finish early.
- Exams are multiple-choice with 40 questions.
- The passing score of 85% is set by the Economics Department and demonstrates knowledge within the subject area.
Detailed instructions are emailed to students who have signed-up.
