Master of Arts in Economic Policy Analysis

UMBC's Master’s in Economic Policy Analysis program equips students with advanced training in economics, data-driven policy evaluation, and applied research for careers in government, consulting, and international organizations.; The Economic Policy Analysis master’s degree (MA) at UMBC is an interdisciplinary graduate program that blends economics, quantitative analysis, and policy studies. Students gain the tools to examine how fiscal, monetary, and regulatory policies are created, evaluate their impact on industries and society, and apply econometrics and statistical methods to real-world problems. This program prepares graduates for PhD study or professional roles as policy analysts, economic consultants, and researchers across government, nonprofit, and corporate sectors.

The Graduate School recommends applicants have at least a 3.0 GPA or “B” average when applying.For transcripts from schools abroad, the UMBC Graduate School will accept official WES (World Education Services) ICAP Course-by-Course evaluations but note that these evaluations are not required.Students who are unable to meet the minimum GPA standards may still be admitted to graduate study by demonstrating outstanding performance on one or more of the graduate aptitude tests or by providing letters of recommendation from evaluators who can speak to the applicant’s performance as a student or in a professional capacity.Standards for admission to a doctoral program are generally higher than those for admission to a master’s program. The terms of this admission are based on specific recommendations made by the applicant’s department in conjunction with the Graduate School.