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MS Economics at University of Maine

University of Maine, United States

Programme overview

Prepares students for careers needing advanced, quantitatively rigorous economics training, or for further PhD study. Flexible curriculum covering quantitative and econometric skills, economic theory and research skills; a STEM-designated degree.

Department: School of Economics  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Orono, ME, United States

What you will study

Quantitative and econometric methods, economic theory and research skills, with faculty project work on real-world problems.

Career pathways

Careers requiring advanced quantitative economics training; PhD study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

School of Economics graduate admission (catalog): generally a B or better in required courses and GPA of 3.0 or higher (3.5 or higher generally for funding applicants); lower GPAs may be admitted. GRE optional but recommended. Statement of purpose reviewed. English: TOEFL iBT above 92 or IELTS 6.9 or higher.

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 submitted through the UMaine graduate application portal; a resume and essay are required for all programmes, with test scores, writing samples or portfolios required by some programmes; unofficial transcripts are uploaded at application and official transcripts are required only upon admission.

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