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    Economics, MA

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    Syracuse, USMAIn-person1 year
    STEM-OPT
    $81,060.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    30
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Economics, MA at Syracuse University is a 30-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Syracuse, US. Tuition is $81,060 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program requires 30 credits including core courses in microeconomic theory, macroeconomic theory, statistics and econometrics, and mathematical economics, plus electives. It provides training in economic modeling, quantitative analysis, and econometrics with focus areas in public finance, economic development, international economics, and related fields.

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    U.S. News & World Report (Economics program specialty ranking): #52

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    TOEFL
    optional
    Min Preference for graduate assistantship is given to students with TOEFL scores of 100 (ITOTL) or above.
    IELTS
    optional
    Min Admissions preference is given to students with IELTS scores of 7.0 or above.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $28,800.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Economics, MA at Syracuse University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Economics, MA at Syracuse University is $81,060 across 30 required credits.
    Is Economics, MA at Syracuse University online or in-person?
    Economics, MA at Syracuse University is offered in-person.
    How long does Economics, MA at Syracuse University take to complete?
    Economics, MA at Syracuse University is structured around 1 year and 30 credits.
    Is Economics, MA at Syracuse University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Economics, MA at Syracuse University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    What work-permit options follow Economics, MA at Syracuse University?
    Post-completion work rights for Economics, MA at Syracuse University: 24 months STEM OPT (US)