Master of Science in Applied Economics

Applicants with strong quantitative backgrounds who lack prerequisites of Intermediate Microeconomics and/or Intermediate Macroeconomics are encouraged to apply to the program. Opportunities exist to complete these prerequisites during the first term of graduate study alongside regular graduate-level courses. The prerequisite courses may not be counted towards the 30 credit hours required for the degree.

The following courses may be taken in a student’s undergraduate career or at another institution prior to matriculation into the program.

1. Principles of Economics

2. Intermediate Microeconomics

3. Intermediate Macroeconomics

4. Statistics I

5. Calculus I

6. One of the following: Calculus II, Statistics II, Econometrics

• Essay
• Resume or CV
• The GMAT or GRE test score submission is optional* for MS in Applied Economics (MSAE) applicants who have earned an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university.
• Unofficial transcripts are accepted when submitting an application. Unofficial transcripts are also acceptable for application review.
• You will enter your recommender's information through the online application. Once complete, a web link will automatically be emailed to the recommender. Letters from family members or friends will not be considered. Paper copies of letters of recommendation will not be accepted.