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    Economic Policy

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    Hamilton, CAMAIn-person1 year
    CA$17,096.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    18
    Cohort
    students

    Economic Policy at McMaster University is a 1-year, in-person MA program based in Hamilton, CA. Tuition is CA$17,096.

    About the program

    One-year program providing training in applied economic analysis with a policy orientation, including core courses in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics, plus electives in areas like monetary economics and industrial organization.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 14, 2027
    Fall 2028
    Jan 14, 2028

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min The minimum acceptable TOEFL score for the Dept of Economics is 580 (237 on the computerized exam; 92 iBT)
    IELTS
    required
    Min the minimum acceptable IELTS score is 6.5 with a minimum score of 5.5 in each category

    After the program

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    Up to 3 years PGWP (Canada)

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Economic Policy at McMaster University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Economic Policy at McMaster University is CA$17,096.
    Is Economic Policy at McMaster University online or in-person?
    Economic Policy at McMaster University is offered in-person.
    How long does Economic Policy at McMaster University take to complete?
    Economic Policy at McMaster University is structured around 1 year.
    What GPA is required for Economic Policy at McMaster University?
    Per the program's published guidance: B+ average
    How large is the Economic Policy at McMaster University cohort?
    Economic Policy at McMaster University typically enrolls around 18 students per cohort.