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Master of Arts [M.A] [Economics] From University of Texas

Austin, TexasLocation
UniversitySchool type
Estd1883established year
51832enrollment
Public
7.4/10

Master of Arts [M.A] (Economics)

2 years
Full Time
On Campus

Field of Study

Ranked #50 out of 1502 by THE Global Ranking 2023

$25,058 /Yr

  • The 10-month degree program has been designed to be completed mid-July through mid-May.
  • Students are required to take ten 3-credit courses for a total of 30 credit hours. Courses are offered in a 2-4-4 format, with two courses in the summer semester, four courses in the fall semester, and four courses in the spring semester. No thesis is required. 
  • The 18-month and 24-month degree programs also begin in mid-July but are completed later.
  • For the July 2021 entering cohort, these programs would end in December 2022 and May 2023, respectively.
  • The degree requirements, including completion of the core courses and 30 graded credit hours, will be the same for all degree tracks.
  • A thesis option is not required (or offered) in any of the degree tracks.
  • A longer degree option can be a good fit for many students, including those looking to: complete the degree at a slower pace; work part-time or pursue an internship while completing the degree, build a stronger profile for PhD applications or private-sector jobs, and/or take additional Economics courses.

Important Dates

EventApplication Date
Application Deadline For 2025 Intake Feb 1, 2025

Tuition Fees

Year1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees$25058

Other Expenses

HeadAvg Cost Per Year
Housing and Food$17300
Transportation$1740
Total Cost$19040

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

  • An undergraduate degree in Economics is not required, but some exposure to undergraduate economics (introductory and/or intermediate courses) is highly recommended.
  • The only strict requirement is a full calculus sequence (including multivariate calculus) prior to enrollment.
  • A course in linear algebra is also recommended. Strong GRE scores and a high GPA in mathematics/economics coursework are expected.

Language Requirments:

  • Students whose official language is not English are required to submit IELTS or TOEFL scores. 


Scores Required

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

79 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

54 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE


Required Document List

Required Documents are as follows:

  • Official transcripts to GIAC for each college or university attended.
  • GRE scores
  • TOEFL/ IELTS SCORES
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of purpose

Ranking

20242023202220212020201920182017

QS World University logo
Economics 66 out of 560 in Global Ranking
( #23 out of 94 in USA 2024)

Similar Programs

ProgramImportant DateTotal FeesMedian Exams ScoreAction
Application Deadline For Autumn Intake (3rd Jun 2025)
USD 66,330 /Yr
  • Duolingo: 120
  • TOEFL: 79
  • IELTS: 7
Application Deadline For Fall Intake (15th May 2025)
USD 33,960 /Yr
  • TOEFL: 80
  • IELTS: 7.0
  • PTE: 60
  • GRE: 310
Application Deadline For Winter Intake (1st Sep 2024)
Application Deadline For Spring Intake (1st Jan 2025)
Application Deadline For Fall Intake (1st May 2025)
USD 26,712 /Yr
  • IELTS: 6.5
  • TOEFL: 88
  • Duolingo: 130
Application Deadline For Fall 2025 Intake With Funding Consideration (10th Dec 2024)
USD 21,360 /Yr
  • TOEFL: 79
  • IELTS: 6.5
  • PTE: 59
Application Deadline For Spring 2024 Intake (12th Apr 2024)
Application Deadline For Fall 2024 Intake (10th Nov 2024)
USD 13,608 /Yr
  • IELTS: 6.5
  • TOEFL: 79
  • PTE: 58

Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids

NameScholarship Per StudentLevel of StudyType
1st Formations Business ScholarshipScholarship per student$ 636/Yr$636Level Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
Forktip Women’s- Innovation ScholarshipScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyBachelorTypeCollege-Specific
Gyandhan ScholarshipScholarship per student$ 1,207/Yr$1,207Level Of StudyMasterTypeMerit-Based
Fulbright-Nehru Masters FellowshipsScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyDoctorateTypeMerit-Based
The Kay-Grant Group ScholarshipScholarship per student$ 1,000/Yr$1,000Level Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
Paul Foundation scholarshipsScholarship per student$ 20,174/Yr$20,174Level Of StudyDiplomaTypeMerit-Based


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