MA Economics at Stony Brook University

Programme overview

The MA in Economics is a research-oriented programme that prepares students for PhD study or research-focused careers in government, NGOs or the private sector. MA students share most courses with PhD students and have flexibility through four tracks. The programme is STEM-designated, allowing F-1 students up to 36 months of work authorization.

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Economics | Duration: 3 to 4 semesters; 33 credits (Basic track), 42 (Advanced), 45 or 48 with advanced certificates | Intake: Fall only | Study mode: full-time | Location: Stony Brook, NY, United States

What you will study

Core courses are Microeconomics I and II, Macroeconomics I and II, Mathematical Statistics, Econometrics and Mathematical Foundations of Contemporary Economic Theory, plus economics electives (e.g. Game Theory, Industrial Organization, Labor Economics, Health Economics, Computational Economics) and a Masters Project. Tracks: Basic MA (33 credits), Advanced MA (42), Advanced MA with Advanced Certificate in Finance (48) or in Data and Computational Science (45).

Career pathways

Doctoral study in economics, or research careers in government, NGOs and the private sector.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree (majors in economics, mathematics, computer science, physical sciences or engineering encouraged). Three letters of recommendation from instructors or advisors able to assess research potential and mathematical preparation. GRE General Test scores (verbal, quantitative, analytical). TOEFL or IELTS for international applicants unless the applicant holds a degree from, or worked as a TA at, an English-language institution. At least one year of introductory calculus and one semester of linear algebra at a level required of physics majors, with a grade of B or better. Application deadline: March 15 (international), July 15 (domestic). MA students do not receive financial support.

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.

Graduate applications are for fall entry with funding consideration; deadlines and any other entry terms vary by program.

Graduate School: the application fee is $100 (limited exceptions). Applications are submitted online through the Slate portal. Minimum cumulative GPA 3.00 on a 4.00 scale; GRE scores are listed on the application checklist and three letters of recommendation are required. Deadlines vary by program; for fall applications considered for funding the deadline is typically January 15.

Apply through the official page: https://www.stonybrook.edu/grad/admissions/apply-graduate-programs.html

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