Economics (MA) at The University of Arizona Global

The Economics (MA) at The University of Arizona Global is a Master program designed for students who want to build the knowledge and skills required for careers in this field. Delivered on campus at the University of Arizona - Main - Tucson campus in United States of America, the program is taught in English and takes 2 years to complete. Students study in a Full Time environment while preparing for future professional opportunities. The next intake starts on August 22, 2027.

About Economics (MA)

Students are not able to apply to the MA in Economics. The MA may be awarded after completing some of the requirements (30 units) of the PhD in Economics.

For the MS in Economics, please see our website here: https://eller.arizona.edu/programs/masters/econometrics.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Economics (MA) at The University of Arizona Global

Entry Requirements

Admissions Requirements

The graduate program in the Department of Economics is designed for Ph.D. students. The department does not admit students intending to pursue a Master's degree. The M.A. option is given to students who either leave the Ph.D. program or wish to obtain a masters while continuing in the Ph.D. program.

Standardized Tests

Required test(s): GRE

Minimum TOEFL: 79

Funding Opportunities

The Academic Unit has not provided this information.

Admissions Deadlines

Applications to the MA are not accepted; students may only apply to the PhD in Economics. The application to the PhD in Economics is due:

Domestic Applicants: January 15

International Applicants: January 15

International Conditional Admission

International applicants will not be considered for conditional admission by this program.

Other Information

The GRE Institution Code for The University of Arizona is 4832

English Requirements

PTEMin 60
IELTSMin 7
TOEFLMin 79

English Program Requirements

International applicants whose primary language is not English, or who attended school in a non-English speaking country, regardless of citizenship, must prove English proficiency. To determine whether you need to submit proof of English proficiency

Tuition and Fee Information for Economics (MA) at The University of Arizona Global

Application Fee 85

How to Apply for Economics (MA) at The University of Arizona Global

International applicants to Arizona Online campus, Global Direct campus, or a Global Microcampus should choose the Distance Learner (DL) visa type in their Application Profile.
International applicants to the Main campus must currently hold a US visa that permits incidental study.
Please verify your visa eligibility with International Student Services before applying. The application fee is non-refundable and will not be refunded if your visa status is not eligible.
Applicants must meet all Graduate College minimum admission requirements, including English proficiency.
Applicants should be prepared to submit copies of their visa documents, additional transcripts, or degree documentation if requested.
University of Arizona regulations require that all international students on non-immigrant visas carry the University of Arizona student health insurance plan.

Economics (MA) at The University of Arizona Global

The University of Arizona Global

United States of America, Tucson