Atlanta,
GA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Economics in Atlanta United States | Georgia State University
Georgia State University
|
Atlanta United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
24,246
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Master of Arts in Economics, designated as a STEM program since Fall 2020, prepares students for professional roles in government agencies and private organizations, as well as for future doctoral studies. This curriculum focuses on developing strong analytical capabilities and data interpretation skills, with mandatory coursework in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and mathematical statistics. The program's comprehensive approach also benefits educators in economics and social sciences at secondary and higher education levels. An economics degree pairs effectively with studies in complementary fields like finance, political science, or history. Aspiring PhD candidates may supplement their preparation by taking undergraduate mathematics courses (without graduate credit) to build a stronger foundation for advanced doctoral work.
Economists analyze how societies allocate finite resources—including labor, materials, and capital—to meet various needs, given constraints like limited time, income, and natural assets. Economic theories serve as valuable tools for decision-makers across sectors, offering critical insights into pressing issues such as employment trends, monetary policy changes, tax system modifications, currency value fluctuations, workforce efficiency, and international financial challenges.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Submitted Online Application. Online applications must be submitted by the deadline. Paper applications are not available. Goal statement: The goal statement is your means of presenting yourself to the Graduate Admissions Committee. You should submit a short typed statement of personal and professional goals as they relate to the certificate or degree program you are seeking. Most applicants write about two typed pages, summarizing their work experience, the reasons they have chosen the program, why they want to attend Georgia State, and how the degree fits in with their career goals.
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing Systems) Academic scores (International applicants only): International applicants are required to submit official TOEFL or IELTS academic scores.
Three letters of recommendation: Letters should be submitted through the online application.
Upload Transcripts from each post-secondary college/university attended:
Upload each transcript to the Academic History section of the online application before submitting your application or upload to your application status page under the Upload Materials section if your application has been submitted.
Review all requirements for submitting transcripts here.
The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is a test that measures your ability to use and understand English at the university level. The minimum recommended score is 100. Applicants who score lower on the TOEFL but are recommended for admission may be required to take the GSTEP and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. IELTS - The recommended minimum is a score of 7. Applicants who score lower on the IELTS but are recommended for admission may be required to take the GSTEP and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes.
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing Systems) Academic scores (International applicants only): International applicants are required to submit official TOEFL or IELTS academic scores.
Three letters of recommendation: Letters should be submitted through the online application.
Upload Transcripts from each post-secondary college/university attended:
Upload each transcript to the Academic History section of the online application before submitting your application or upload to your application status page under the Upload Materials section if your application has been submitted.
Review all requirements for submitting transcripts here.
The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is a test that measures your ability to use and understand English at the university level. The minimum recommended score is 100. Applicants who score lower on the TOEFL but are recommended for admission may be required to take the GSTEP and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes. IELTS - The recommended minimum is a score of 7. Applicants who score lower on the IELTS but are recommended for admission may be required to take the GSTEP and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes.
Tuition
USD
24,246