Master of Arts [M.A] - Master [2 Years]
$26,632 /Yr On-campus full_time

Master of Arts [M.A] Economics

  • The graduate program in Economics, in the College of Arts and Sciences, at Stony Brook University emphasizes rigorous training in economic theory and quantitative methods and their creative applications.
  • Both theoretical and empirical work is heavily based on mathematical modeling.
  • In addition to core courses, students choose elective courses from the variety of fields offered in theoretical and quantitative applied economics.
  • It is through these courses that breadth of economic knowledge is gained.
  • Both Ph.D. and M.A. programs share most of the courses.
  • If students choose the Advanced MA track they can also combine their MA degree with the Advanced Certificate in Data and Computational Science, or the Advanced Certificate in Finance. 

Tution & Application Fees

Year Year 1 Year 2
Tuition Fees $25732 $25732
Books and supply $900 $900
Total Fees $26632 $26632

Examinations

Exam Type Exam Name Score Out of Score Exam Level
IELTS International English Language Testing System 6.0 9 3
TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language 80 120 3
GRE Graduate Record Examination 309 340 2
PTE Pearson Test of English 53 90 3

Academic Eligibility:

  • Students must hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent degree in a related subject from a recognized university.
  • At least one year of introductory differential and integral calculus and at least one semester of linear algebra in courses whose level is that required for physics majors in research universities with proficiency demonstrated by a grade of at least B in the courses.
  • Additional semesters of multivariate calculus are highly recommended. Further mathematics such as real analysis and topology are very helpful.

Indian Eligibility:

Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:

  • Students must complete a 4-year undergraduate degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
  • Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.