$37,135 /Yr
On-campus
full_time
Master of Arts [M.A] Applied Economics
- MA in Applied Economics at Georgetown University is a 2 years program and divided into two parts.
- The first part is the fall term, which consists of a set of four core courses – Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Econometrics, and Data Analysis.
- These courses provide students with a solid grasp of the key models employed in Economics and equip them with the main tools for econometric investigation and data analysis.
- After completing these core courses, students will understand in-depth the empirical analyses pertinent to the discussion of economic issues and will have the skills needed to undertake original research projects and their own data analyses.
- In the second part of the program is the spring and summer terms, students focus on the application of economic analysis to a range of contemporary economic problems.
- These applications are the subject of a set of elective courses that span the main areas of economics.
- The choice of electives will depend on the particular academic track a student selects: Standard (the default), Computational Economics, or Financial Economics
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $34170 | $34170 |
| Health Insurance | $2965 | $2965 |
| Total Fees | $37135 | $37135 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 100 | 120 | 3 |
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 7 | 9 | 3 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent degree in a related subject from a recognized university.
- Substantial coursework in mathematics, probability, statistics, and other quantitative subjects also can strengthen an application.
- Courses in linear algebra and mathematical statistics are highly recommended but not required.
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required on a 4.0 scale to be eligible for the program.
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.