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Overview
The Economics Master of Science at the University of Wisconsin Madison prepares students for high-level professional careers in government and industry or further study for the Ph.D. degree. The program emphasizes econometric training more than similar programs at other universities.
Today's job market and Ph.D. programs in economics require strong quantitative skills along with a command of microeconomic and macroeconomic theory. Wisconsin's tradition of supporting economic theory with quantitative methods is well suited to these requirements.
Learning outcomes
- Demonstrates understanding of core economic principles and theories in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics.
- Uses econometric methods to communicate empirical questions in writing.
- Conducts empirical research following ethical principles of the discipline for using sources.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Economic Theory - Microeconomics Sequence
- Economic Theory - Macroeconomics Sequence
- Mathematics Economics
- Statistics
- Economic Statistics and Econometrics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 92
Credits
30 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Economics Finance View 681 other Masters in Economics in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA 3
GRE® Required
English requirements
IELTS 7
TOEFL® IBT 92
Other requirements
General requirements
- Admission requirements include a bachelor's degree, plus three semesters of calculus, a semester of linear algebra, and a semester of mathematical statistics, which must be completed before entering the program.
- Mathematics preparation should include multivariate calculus, elementary probability, and regression analysis.
- Applicants must submit three letters of recommendation and Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores
Tuition Fee
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International
25548 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 25548 USD per year during 24 months. -
National
25548 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 25548 USD per year during 24 months. -
In-State
12220 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12220 USD per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Madison
1015 - 1752 USD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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