Overview

Are you looking to gain advanced training in the economic, financial, and policy aspects of global business and commerce? Do you seek experience in data analysis training, including in statistical software programs such as SAS?

Key Features

Valparaiso University’s master’s in international economics and finance (IEF) brings together coursework in business economics, information technology, mathematics, and political science to prepare you for global careers in banking, education, health care, insurance, international development, and more.

At Valparaiso University, students in the International Economics and Finance degree benefit from well-respected faculty members, small classes, and personalized attention to help you build a degree—and career—that fits your diverse and global aspirations.

Valpo’s master’s in international economics and finance is offered on campus and can be completed as a full-time student in just three semesters. If you’re a Valpo undergraduate student, you can take three international economics courses prior to enrolling in the program—helping you save both time and money.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theory/Applications in Microeconomics

Theory/Applications in Macroeconomics

Economics of Financial Markets

International Economics

Financial Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Valparaiso, United States

Disciplines

Economics Finance International Business View 402 other Masters in Economics in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application Fee

Provide a scanned copy of both sides that is legible and clearly shows your picture.

Proof of Financial Support

Applicants for whom English is a non-native language must demonstrate English proficiency.

International students whose application shows completion of a non-U.S. accredited secondary education or college work outside of the United States must submit official transcripts to Valparaiso University, or have a credential evaluation done by a NACES member credential evaluation service.

Request two professional or academic recommendation letters to be submitted through our online recommendation form (application login required).

Reflective Essay

Your reflective essay should summarize:

Why you are interested in studying in the United States

Why you are applying to Valparaiso University

Your interest in the degree program

How this program impacts your professional development

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

17616 USD / year

≈ 17616 USD / year
Out-of-State

17616 USD / year

≈ 17616 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

17616 USD / year

≈ 17616 USD / year

Living costs

Valparaiso

United States

1223 - 1978 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Key information

Duration

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Delivered

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Living costs

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Financing

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