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    Economics - MA

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    Calgary, CAMAIn-person1 year
    CA$16,342.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    25
    Cohort
    students
    24
    Credits
    CA$145.00
    App fee

    Economics - MA at University of Calgary is a 24-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Calgary, CA. Tuition is CA$16,342.

    About the program

    Course-based program providing foundation in theoretical and empirical economics through core courses in econometrics and microeconomic theory, electives, research methods, and a capstone research paper.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min Applicants should score at least 155 in the Quantitative Section and at least 3.5 in the Analytical Writing Section
    Q 155
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT minimum score of 86 (with no section less than 20)
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS score of 6.5 (with no section less than 6.0)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    3 years PGWP (Canada)

    CA$18,000.00
    Annual living cost

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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 Economics - MA at University of Calgary cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Economics - MA at University of Calgary is CA$16,342 across 24 required credits.
    Is Economics - MA at University of Calgary online or in-person?
    Economics - MA at University of Calgary is offered in-person.
    How long does Economics - MA at University of Calgary take to complete?
    Economics - MA at University of Calgary is structured around 1 year and 24 credits.
    What GPA is required for Economics - MA at University of Calgary?
    Per the program's published guidance: A minimum of 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 point system, over the past two years of full-time study (a minimum of 10 full-course equivalents or 60 units) of the undergraduate degree.
    How large is the Economics - MA at University of Calgary cohort?
    Economics - MA at University of Calgary typically enrolls around 25 students per cohort.