Austin,
TX,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Economics [Intermediate Track] in Austin United States | University of Texas at Austin
University of Texas at Austin
|
Austin United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
106,164
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Economics Department's MA program holds STEM designation, delivering a challenging curriculum with intensive quantitative economics training. Our graduates consistently succeed in gaining admission to elite PhD programs and securing positions demanding expertise in economic analysis, econometrics, and data science. With personalized mentorship and academic guidance, we support students in reaching their educational and career objectives. This commitment has elevated our program among the nation's premier terminal Economics master's degrees at a globally recognized university. Austin stands out as the ideal location for graduate studies.
The extended (18 and 24-month) program options work well for students who want to:
progress through the degree at a more gradual pace
balance part-time employment or internships with their studies (especially international students navigating CPT regulations)
enhance their qualifications for PhD programs or corporate positions
enroll in supplementary Economics coursework
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
An undergraduate degree in Economics is not required, but some exposure to undergraduate economics (ideally at the intermediate level) is highly recommended. The only strict requirement is a full calculus sequence (including multivariate calculus) prior to enrollment. Coursework in linear algebra and statistics are also recommended. Strong GRE scores and a high GPA in mathematics/economics coursework are expected.
Transcripts: Submit electronic copies of your official transcripts to the Office of Graduate Admissions for each college or university attended.
GRE scores: Arrange to have your official score report sent by the Educational Testing Service (ETS) to the Office of Graduate Admissions. The University's institution code is 6882. All three sections of the GRE's General Test (verbal, quantitative, analytical writing) are required. We accept both the paper-based and computer-based tests. We do not accept GMAT scores as a substitute for GRE scores.
Three letters of recommendation: Letters of recommendation should be submitted electronically to the Office of Graduate Admissions. You will provide contact information for your letter writers. After you submit your application, each letter writer will receive an e-mail that will direct them to a website where they may upload their letter.
Statement of purpose: Submit your statement of purpose electronically to Graduate Admissions. It should be no more than two pages long. The statement of purpose is an important part of your application, and care should be taken in writing this personal essay. The admissions committee will pay special attention to this statement for those applicants who have had limited exposure to economics as an undergraduate.
Mathematics preparation for graduate applicants form (available in the application for admission, and also here).
Resume: Once you receive your UTEID, please upload your resume as a miscellaneous document here.
Additional materials (optional): You may electronically submit other materials that you believe will enhance the quality of your application (such as a writing sample). Miscellaneous documents of no more than 20 pages may be submitted through the application status page.
A grade-point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or a comparable GPA in upper-division workjunior- and senior-level coursesand in any graduate work already completed is also required.
TOEFL: 79 on the Internet-based test (iBT)
IELTS: An overall band of 6.5 on the Academic Examination
Transcripts: Submit electronic copies of your official transcripts to the Office of Graduate Admissions for each college or university attended.
GRE scores: Arrange to have your official score report sent by the Educational Testing Service (ETS) to the Office of Graduate Admissions. The University's institution code is 6882. All three sections of the GRE's General Test (verbal, quantitative, analytical writing) are required. We accept both the paper-based and computer-based tests. We do not accept GMAT scores as a substitute for GRE scores.
Three letters of recommendation: Letters of recommendation should be submitted electronically to the Office of Graduate Admissions. You will provide contact information for your letter writers. After you submit your application, each letter writer will receive an e-mail that will direct them to a website where they may upload their letter.
Statement of purpose: Submit your statement of purpose electronically to Graduate Admissions. It should be no more than two pages long. The statement of purpose is an important part of your application, and care should be taken in writing this personal essay. The admissions committee will pay special attention to this statement for those applicants who have had limited exposure to economics as an undergraduate.
Mathematics preparation for graduate applicants form (available in the application for admission, and also here).
Resume: Once you receive your UTEID, please upload your resume as a miscellaneous document here.
Additional materials (optional): You may electronically submit other materials that you believe will enhance the quality of your application (such as a writing sample). Miscellaneous documents of no more than 20 pages may be submitted through the application status page.
A grade-point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or a comparable GPA in upper-division workjunior- and senior-level coursesand in any graduate work already completed is also required.
TOEFL: 79 on the Internet-based test (iBT)
IELTS: An overall band of 6.5 on the Academic Examination
Tuition
USD
106,164