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    Economics

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    Bonn, DEMScIn-person2 years
    9.2%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    130
    Cohort
    students
    120
    Credits

    Economics at University of Bonn is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MSc program based in Bonn, DE.

    About the program

    Quantitative and research-oriented program providing advanced training in core economics areas including macro- and microeconomics, econometrics, and financial economics, with opportunities for specialization and individual research projects.

    Focus: both
    QS Economics/Econometrics top 50 worldwide (2nd Germany) | 1 (Shanghai Ranking of Academic Subjects 2025: Economics)

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    After the program

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    18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)

    $12,000.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    Is Economics at University of Bonn online or in-person?
    Economics at University of Bonn is offered in-person.
    How long does Economics at University of Bonn take to complete?
    Economics at University of Bonn is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What GPA is required for Economics at University of Bonn?
    Per the program's published guidance: at least equivalent to the German grade 2.3
    How competitive is Economics at University of Bonn?
    Economics at University of Bonn reports an acceptance rate of approximately 9.2%.
    How large is the Economics at University of Bonn cohort?
    Economics at University of Bonn typically enrolls around 130 students per cohort.