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    Master of Arts in Economics

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    Austin, USMAIn-person10 months
    STEM-OPT
    $48,000.00
    Tuition
    over 10mo
    40
    Cohort
    students
    30
    Credits
    $90.00
    App fee

    Master of Arts in Economics at The University of Texas at Austin is a 30-credit, 10-month, in-person MA program based in Austin, US. Tuition is $48,000 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    The program provides quantitative training in economic theory, macroeconomics, microeconomics, econometrics, and data science through core and elective courses. It prepares students for PhD programs or careers requiring advanced economic analysis and prepares students for PhD programs or careers in economic analysis, econometrics, and data science.

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    Deadlines

    Summer 2027
    Feb 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    required
    Min All three sections of the GRE’s “General Test” (verbal, quantitative, analytical writing) are required. We advise applicants to target a quantitative GRE score of 160-170, but we review applications holistically and do not impose score or GPA cutoffs.
    TOEFL
    required
    Min A score of 550 (paper test), 213 (computer-based test), or 79 (internet-based test) on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
    IELTS
    required
    Min an overall band of 6.5 on the Academic Examination of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT + 24 months STEM OPT (US)

    $22,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Arts in Economics at The University of Texas at Austin cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts in Economics at The University of Texas at Austin is $48,000 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master of Arts in Economics at The University of Texas at Austin online or in-person?
    Master of Arts in Economics at The University of Texas at Austin is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Arts in Economics at The University of Texas at Austin take to complete?
    Master of Arts in Economics at The University of Texas at Austin is structured around 10 months and 30 credits.
    Is Master of Arts in Economics at The University of Texas at Austin STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Arts in Economics at The University of Texas at Austin is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How large is the Master of Arts in Economics at The University of Texas at Austin cohort?
    Master of Arts in Economics at The University of Texas at Austin typically enrolls around 40 students per cohort.