MA International Economic Policy at George Washington University

Programme overview

The Elliott School’s master of arts in international economic policy is an interdisciplinary program that provides a strong foundation for understanding new challenges in the global economic system. The program provides analytical rigor and tailored professional specializations to help students pursue challenging careers in the private sector, public sector, and non-profit organizations. Evening classes accommodate the busy schedules of working professionals and open pathways through which full-time students can explore internships in international organizations, consulting firms, and government agencies in Washington DC.

Faculty: Elliott School of International Affairs | Department: Graduate Programs, Elliott School of International Affairs | Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

Students applying for the MA in international economic policy program must have completed an introductory microeconomics and an introductory macroeconomics course by the time of enrollment. Other quantitative analysis courses can be taken with prior approval of the program director. Students complete a capstone project that most closely aligns with the thematic area of their coursework or with their career goals.

Career pathways

The program's alumni network provides professional internship and job opportunities for students from all over the world.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Fall: January 7th - Fellowship & Application Deadline Spring: October 1st - Fellowship & Application Deadline Applications for admission will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis after the fellowship deadlines have passed, but students will not be considered for fellowships. GRE and GMAT scores are not accepted and will not be considered in the review process. Please do not submit scores. Two (2) letters are required. Applicants should submit one (1) academic letter from a professor and one (1) professional reference. Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended, whether or not credit was earned, the program was completed, or the credit appears as transfer credi

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Offers of admission are valid for the semester stated in the admission letter; most graduate programmes use rolling admissions, and some review applications collectively after the deadline.

Graduate applications are submitted through the Graduate Application Center with a non-refundable $80 application fee; deadlines vary by programme and school. Processing usually takes four to six weeks.

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